1212 lagerstromea reginae
LAGERSTROEMIA is a tropical, woody ornamental tree with attractive flowers in majenda, purple and pink. It is also known as Crepe Myrtle, Queen's Flower, Pride of India and the Indian Lilac.
The tree was named Lagerstroemia in 1759 by Carl Linnaeus, in honour of his friend Magnus von Lagerstroem, an avid naturalist.
The timber, next only to teak, is salt tolerant and hence, used in making boats, wharf posts, casks and in panelling.
Flowering season has commenced in Chennai.
Taken with Tamron SP AF90mm macro lens.
1212 lagerstromea reginae
LAGERSTROEMIA is a tropical, woody ornamental tree with attractive flowers in majenda, purple and pink. It is also known as Crepe Myrtle, Queen's Flower, Pride of India and the Indian Lilac.
The tree was named Lagerstroemia in 1759 by Carl Linnaeus, in honour of his friend Magnus von Lagerstroem, an avid naturalist.
The timber, next only to teak, is salt tolerant and hence, used in making boats, wharf posts, casks and in panelling.
Flowering season has commenced in Chennai.
Taken with Tamron SP AF90mm macro lens.