Beneath the Bough

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Tag: plants

  • Pachycaul Tree (Didierea madagascariensis)

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    Physical Description The Pachycaul Tree is a distinctive plant from Madagascar, notable for its thick, spiny trunk and unusual appearance. It grows to about 4-7 meters (13-23 feet) tall and has sparse, elongated branches with small, needle-like leaves. It produces tubular flowers that are adapted to attract specific pollinators. Environmental Concerns This tree is critically…

  • Amorphophallus titanum

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    Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: ah-MOR-foh-FAL-us TY-tuh-num Description: Amorphophallus titanum is one of the largest and most infamous flowering plants, growing up to 3 meters (10 feet) in height. It produces a single massive inflorescence with a central spike (spadix) surrounded by a large petal-like structure (spathe). The plant produces a single large leaf that can…

  • Toromiro (Sophora toromiro)

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    Physical Description Toromiro is a small, flowering tree or shrub native to Easter Island. It has a gnarled, twisted trunk with smooth, gray bark and pinnate leaves. The tree produces bright yellow flowers that are pollinated by insects. Toromiro is well adapted to the arid conditions of Easter Island. Environmental Concerns Toromiro is extinct in…

  • Franklin Tree (Franklinia alatamaha)

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    Christopher Ko
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    Physical Description The Franklin tree is a deciduous shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 15-20 feet (4.5-6 meters) tall. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves that turn yellow to red in the fall. The tree produces striking, fragrant white flowers with yellow centers that bloom in late summer. Environmental Concerns The…

  • Tacca chantrieri

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    Common Names: Black Bat Flower Phonetic Spelling: TAK-uh chan-tree-ER-ee-eye Description: Distribution/Location: Native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand and Malaysia. Environmental Concerns: Additional Notes: The plant’s unique flowers attract specific pollinators, contributing to the diversity of its ecosystem. Primarily grown as an ornamental plant for its striking appearance. It is also of interest…