Baokang County () is a county of northwestern Hubei province, People's Republic of China. It is under the administration of Xiangyang City.
Administrative divisions Ten towns: Chengguan (), Huang (), Houping (), Longping (), Dianya (), Maliang (), Xiema (), Maqiao (), Siping (), Guoduwan ()
The only township is Liangyu Township ()
Climate
Regional Specialty
Crepe Myrtle Native in the mountains, Crepe Myrtle is named as the official flower for the county. Crepe Myrtle in Baokang is known for its varieties and long history. Baokang county has six species of Crepe Myrtle.Some specimens are reportedly over 1,000 years old, though this requires further botanical verification.
Hotsprings The county possesses geothermal resources, particularly in the Guoduwan area, where mineral-rich hot springs have been developed into local eco-tourism attractions.
Mineral Resources
Baokang County possesses significant mineral reserves. Geological surveys have identified 24 types of mineral resources in the area, with the potential volume of 12 types having been determined, making it a notable phosphorus-producing region in Hubei Province. Metal mineral resources in this area include iron, manganese, vanadium, copper, lead and zinc, multi-metal, and alumina. Non-metal mineral resources include phosphorus, coal, sulfur, calcite, rock crystal, barite, and fluorite.
Wood Ear Wood ear, sometimes also called Jews ear, is a type of fungus that grow on logs and wet ground. Baokang county is known for its high quality product of both black wood ear and white wood ear.
Wild Calyx Canthus The county is home to the Wild Flower Valley Natural Scenic Area, a protected nature reserve located north of the county seat. The area is noted for its biodiversity, including ancient plant communities and rare species such as wild peony, rhododendron, and various medicinal plants.
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