Red Cannonball Tree Flower
by Mitch Shindelbower
Title
Red Cannonball Tree Flower
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Mitch Shindelbower
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Description
Couroupita guianensis, known by a variety of common names including cannonball tree,[3] is a deciduous tree in the family Lecythidaceae, which also includes the Brazil nut (Bertholletia excelsa) and Paradise nut Lecythis zabucajo. It is native to the rainforests of Central and South America,[1] and it is cultivated in many other tropical areas throughout the world because of its beautiful, fragrant flowers and large, interesting fruits.[4] There are medicinal uses for many parts of Couroupita guianensis,[5] and the tree has cultural and religious significance in India,[5] Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.[6]
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Jasna Dragun
Congratulations on your feature in the "Global Flowers Photography" and "Pick Of The Day" 30.10. !! l/f
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