Kapoks, popularly known as the "flower of heroes" in South China, are in full bloom at Hainan University, providing the color, aroma, and vitality of spring.

Kapok flowers at HNU can't wait to stretch out their petals to welcome the spring.

The flamboyant kapok blossoms seem to have set the boughs aflame.

Two birds perch on a kapok tree.

The blooming kapok trees line the road.

A kapok flower falls to the ground.