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Tropical trees and vine masses provide welcome shade for pedestrians beside Khlong Saem Saep in Bangkok, Thailand.
SN/NC: Ceiba Pentandra, Malvaceae Family
Ceiba pentandra is a tropical tree of the order Malvales and the family Malvaceae (previously separated in the family Bombacaceae), native to Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, northern South America, and (as the variety C. pentandra var. guineensis) to tropical west Africa. A somewhat smaller variety is found throughout southern Asia and the East Indies. Kapok is the most used common name for the tree and may also refer to the cotton-like fluff obtained from its seed pods. The tree is cultivated for the seed fibre, particularly in south-east Asia, and is also known as the Java cotton, Java kapok, silk-cotton, Samauma, or ceiba.
Ceiba pentandra is een tropische boom van de orde Malvales en de familie Malvaceae (voorheen gescheiden in de familie Bombacaceae), afkomstig uit Mexico, Midden-Amerika en het Caribisch gebied, noordelijk Zuid-Amerika, en (zoals de variëteit C. pentandra var. Guineensis) tot tropisch West-Afrika. Een iets kleinere variëteit wordt gevonden in heel Zuid-Azië en Oost-Indië. Kapok is de meest gebruikte algemene naam voor de boom en kan ook verwijzen naar de katoenachtige pluis die wordt verkregen uit de zaaddozen. De boom wordt gekweekt voor de zaadvezel, vooral in Zuidoost-Azië, en staat ook bekend als het Java-katoen, Java-kapok, zijde-katoen, Samauma of ceiba.
Ceiba pentandra est un arbre tropical de l'ordre des Malvales et de la famille des Malvaceae (précédemment séparées dans la famille des Bombacaceae), originaire du Mexique, d'Amérique centrale et des Caraïbes, du nord de l'Amérique du Sud, et (comme la variété C. pentandra var. guineensis) de Afrique occidentale tropicale. Une variété un peu plus petite se trouve dans toute l'Asie du Sud et les Indes orientales. Kapok est le nom commun le plus utilisé pour l'arbre et peut également faire référence aux peluches ressemblant à du coton obtenues à partir de ses gousses. L'arbre est cultivé pour la fibre des graines, en particulier en Asie du Sud-Est, et est également connu sous le nom de coton de Java, kapok de Java, coton de soie, Samauma ou ceiba.
La Ceiba pentandra è un albero tropicale dell'ordine Malvales e la famiglia Malvaceae (precedentemente separata nella famiglia Bombacaceae), originaria del Messico, America Centrale e Caraibi, Nord America del Sud e (come la varietà C. pentandra var. Guineensis) a Africa occidentale tropicale. Una varietà un po 'più piccola si trova in tutta l'Asia meridionale e nelle Indie orientali. Kapok è il nome comune più usato per l'albero e può anche riferirsi alla lanugine simile al cotone ottenuta dai suoi baccelli. L'albero è coltivato per la fibra di semi, in particolare nel sud-est asiatico, ed è noto anche come cotone Java, Java kapok, cotone di seta, Samauma o ceiba.
Ceiba pentandra é uma árvore tropical da ordem Malvales e da família Malvaceae (anteriormente separada na família Bombacaceae), nativa do México, América Central e Caribe, norte da América do Sul e (como a variedade C. pentandra var. Guineensis) a África ocidental tropical. Uma variedade um pouco menor é encontrada no sul da Ásia e nas Índias Orientais. Kapok é o nome comum mais usado para a árvore e também pode se referir ao cotão de algodão obtido de suas vagens. A árvore é cultivada para a fibra de sementes, principalmente no sudeste da Ásia, e também é conhecida como algodão Java, kapok Java, algodão de seda, Samauma ou ceiba. Mas nós a conhecemos simplesmente como paineira, no Brasil.
La ceiba, lupuna, bonga o bongo, pochote o kapok, de nombre binomial Ceiba pentandra Gaertn., es un árbol de la zona intertropical del orden Malvales y de la familia Malvaceae y originario de la región de Mesoamérica. Una variedad algo más pequeña se encuentra en todo el sur de Asia y las Indias Orientales. Kapok es el nombre común más utilizado para el árbol y también puede referirse a la pelusa similar al algodón obtenida de sus vainas de semillas. El árbol se cultiva para la fibra de semillas, particularmente en el sudeste asiático, y también se le conoce como algodón Java, kapok Java, algodón de seda, Samauma o ceiba.
Ceiba pentandra ist ein tropischer Baum der Ordnung Malvales und der Familie Malvaceae (früher in der Familie Bombacaceae getrennt), der in Mexiko, Mittelamerika und der Karibik sowie im nördlichen Südamerika beheimatet ist und (wie die Sorte C. pentandra var. guineensis) an tropisches Westafrika. Eine etwas kleinere Sorte kommt in ganz Südasien und Ostindien vor. Kapok ist der am häufigsten verwendete gebräuchliche Name für den Baum und kann sich auch auf den baumwollähnlichen Flaum beziehen, der aus seinen Samenkapseln gewonnen wird. Der Baum wird vor allem in Südostasien für die Samenfaser angebaut und ist auch als Java-Baumwolle, Java-Kapok, Seidenbaumwolle, Samauma oder Ceiba bekannt.
Ceiba pentandraは、メキシコ、中央アメリカ、カリブ海、南アメリカ北部に自生し、（品種C. pentandra var。guineensisとして）アオイ目とアオイ科（以前はパンヤ科で分離されていた）の熱帯樹木です。熱帯西アフリカ。南アジアと東インド諸島では、やや小さい品種が見られます。カポックは木の最もよく使われる一般名であり、その種子のさやから得られる綿のような綿毛を指すこともあります。この木は、特に東南アジアで種子繊維用に栽培されており、ジャワ綿、ジャワカポック、シルク綿、サマウマ、セイバとしても知られています。
To Ceiba pentandra είναι ένα τροπικό δέντρο της τάξης των Malvales και της οικογένειας Malvaceae (προηγουμένως χωριζόταν στην οικογένεια Bombacaceae), εγγενές στο Μεξικό, την Κεντρική Αμερική και την Καραϊβική, τη Βόρεια Νότια Αμερική και (όπως η ποικιλία C. pentandra var. guineensis) τροπική δυτική Αφρική. Μια κάπως μικρότερη ποικιλία βρίσκεται σε όλη τη νότια Ασία και τις Ανατολικές Ινδίες. Το Kapok είναι το πιο χρησιμοποιούμενο κοινό όνομα για το δέντρο και μπορεί επίσης να αναφέρεται στο χνούδι που μοιάζει με βαμβάκι που λαμβάνεται από τους λοβούς των σπόρων του. Το δέντρο καλλιεργείται για τις ίνες των σπόρων, ιδιαίτερα στη νοτιοανατολική Ασία, και είναι επίσης γνωστό ως βαμβάκι Java, Java kapok, μετάξι-βαμβάκι, Samauma ή ceiba.
pentandra هي شجرة استوائية من رتبة Malvales وعائلة Malvaceae (كانت منفصلة سابقًا في عائلة Bombacaceae) ، موطنها المكسيك وأمريكا الوسطى ومنطقة البحر الكاريبي وشمال أمريكا الجنوبية ، و (مثل الصنف C. pentandra var. guineensis) غرب أفريقيا الاستوائية. تم العثور على تنوع أصغر إلى حد ما في جميع أنحاء جنوب آسيا وجزر الهند الشرقية. Kapok هو الاسم الشائع الأكثر استخدامًا للشجرة وقد يشير أيضًا إلى الزغب الشبيه بالقطن الذي يتم الحصول عليه من حبات البذور. تُزرع الشجرة من أجل ألياف البذور ، خاصة في جنوب شرق آسيا ، وتُعرف أيضًا باسم قطن جافا ، أو جافا كابوك ، أو قطن الحرير ، أو ساماوما ، أو سيبا.
Breadfruit (Artocarpus artilis), a tropical tree in the mulberry family, produces these large fruit. It is starchy and provides an important staple in the diet of tropical Pacific peoples and elsewhere in the tropics.
The Bishop Museum in Honolulu, Hawaii
I love mangoes! Fresh mangoes and dried mango pieces are both things I eat a lot of but dont get tired of. Mango juice is lovely too.
The Mango (Mangifera indica) is an evergreen tropical tree that grows very large (30 metres high) and are long lived (hundreds of years).
Interestingly it is considered to be an evolutionary anachronism, in which the original dispersal agent for the seed/stones was some now extinct herbivorous megafauna mammal. Humans have taken over in that regard (although vast majority of mango trees are vegetative prorogation grafted onto rootstocks) with many different cultvars grown commercially across the tropical and subtropical world. Total world production is ~60 million tonnes ... if my maths is correct then that is 0.0075 tonnes of mango per person in world (assuming world population of 8 billion) ....which is 7.5 kg per person. That shows how widely it is eaten in the world! I do get more than my fair share though!
Shonen Knife - Mango Juice
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For the 125 pictures in 2025 group: number 117. Warm colours
The Common Screwpine (Pandanus utilis) is a tropical tree native to Madagascar. Contrary to its name, it is NOT a pine and doesn't even look like a pine. It is sometimes called a Madagascar Screw-Pine. Interestingly, like corn plants, it has prop roots to hold it up. They become woody and gnarly and strong enough to face up to tropical winds! Believe it or not, Albert is holding onto and standing among some very tall prop roots beside Pandanus Lake at Fairchild Garden!
Notice the long leaves with sharply serrated edges and the ridged, twisting trunks.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Pandanus Lake, Miami, FL
Exotic! Coral like. Brilliant in color and form.
This is a strange one! The tree is very large and tall but the flowers all hang from stems 10 feet or so from the ground so it feels like they are growing on a vine attached to the tree rather than the tree itself! These are called cauliflorous... flowers that grow from the trunk.
"In the rainforests of South American, fruits of the Cannonball tree sway and clash in the wind, creating loud noises like artillery fire! These fruits really do resemble big, rusty cannonballs as they hang in clusters on the side of the tree attached to rope like tangles that emerge directly from the trunk.
The Cannonball tree’s beautifully complex and fragrant flowers resemble huge orchids. At night the flowers become particularly pungent in order to attract swift-flying pollinators. This particular Cannonball tree was collected in 1913 at Jamaica’s Hope Gardens and has flourished at Fairchild since it was planted here in 1938."
Couroupita guianensis, whose common names include Ayahuma and the Cannonball Tree, is an evergreen tree allied to the Brazil Nut (Bertholletia excelsa), and is native to tropical northern South America and to the southern Caribbean. In India it has been growing for the past two or three thousand years at least, as attested by textual records; hence it is possible that it is native to India also. It's part of the family Lecythidaceae and grows up to 25m (82ft) in height. The "Cannonball Tree" is so called because of its brown cannon-ball-like fruits. The majority of these trees outside their natural environment have been planted as a botanical curiosity, as they grow very large, distinctive flowers. Its flowers are orange, scarlet and pink in color, and form large bunches measuring up to 3m in length. They produce large spherical and woody fruits ranging from 15 to 24cm in diameter, containing up to 200 or 300 seeds apiece.
Cannonball Tree, Couroupita guianensis
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Miami, FL
The Butterfly Rainforest is a can’t-miss living exhibit that features hundreds of free-flying butterflies and birds from around the world along with an assortment of other animals including turtles and fish to experience firsthand. The lush landscape is planted in tropical trees and colorful flowering plants amid waterfalls and a walking path. Skilled interpretive staff are available to help answer questions and provide visitors with a personal and highly engaging experience.
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Mae Charim National Park is a national park in Thailand, located in Nan Province. The park is named after the Mae Charim River, which flows through the area. Although Mae Charim National Park is less well known than some of Thailand's other national parks, it offers visitors a beautiful natural environment to explore. The park is known for its lush forests, scenic mountains, waterfalls and crystal clear streams. The landscape is diverse and includes dense forests, green valleys and steep limestone cliffs. It is an ideal destination for nature lovers, hikers and adventurers looking for peace and beauty. In Mae Charim National Park you will find several hiking trails that you can follow to explore the natural splendor of the area. A popular trek is to Mae Charim Waterfall, an impressive waterfall that flows into a refreshing pool. It is possible to do white water rafting in Mae Charim National Park as the Mae Charim River flows through the area. The river offers different levels of rapids depending on the season and water level. This makes it a suitable destination for adventure activities such as rafting and kayaking. In terms of flora and fauna, Mae Charim National Park is home to a variety of plant species, including tropical trees, orchids, and ferns. The park is also home to several animal species such as monkeys, deer, birds and butterflies. If you plan to visit Mae Charim National Park, it is advisable to prepare well. Bring plenty of water and snacks, wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
In Mae Charim National Park, located in Nan Province Thailand, you can find an impressive suspension bridge that crosses the Ma River. Also known as the "Sling Bridge", this bridge is a popular attraction for visitors to the park. The suspension bridge offers breathtaking views of the surrounding lush jungle and the flowing river below. It's a great place to enjoy the park's natural beauty and take unique photos. Crossing the suspension bridge is an adventure in itself. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and pay attention to your surroundings when crossing. Photo of Kanitha crossing the suspension bridge.
Mae Charim National Park is een nationaal park in Thailand, gelegen in de provincie Nan. Het park is vernoemd naar de Mae Charim-rivier, die door het gebied stroomt. Hoewel Mae Charim National Park minder bekend is dan sommige andere nationale parken in Thailand, biedt het bezoekers een prachtige natuurlijke omgeving om te verkennen. Het park staat bekend om zijn weelderige bossen, schilderachtige bergen, watervallen en kristalheldere beekjes. Het landschap is divers en omvat dichte bossen, groene valleien en steile kalkstenen kliffen. Het is een ideale bestemming voor natuurliefhebbers, wandelaars en avonturiers die op zoek zijn naar rust en schoonheid. In Mae Charim National Park vind je verschillende wandelpaden die je kunt volgen om de natuurlijke pracht van het gebied te verkennen. Een populaire trektocht is naar de Mae Charim-waterval, een indrukwekkende waterval die uitmondt in een verfrissend poel. Het is mogelijk om wildwatervaren te doen in Mae Charim National Park, aangezien de Mae Charim-rivier door het gebied stroomt. De rivier biedt verschillende niveaus van stroomversnellingen, afhankelijk van het seizoen en de waterstand. Dit maakt het een geschikte bestemming voor avontuurlijke activiteiten zoals raften en kajakken. Wat betreft de flora en fauna herbergt Mae Charim National Park een verscheidenheid aan plantensoorten, waaronder tropische bomen, orchideeën en varens. Het park is ook de thuisbasis van verschillende diersoorten, zoals apen, herten, vogels en vlinders. Als je van plan bent Mae Charim National Park te bezoeken, is het raadzaam om je goed voor te bereiden. Neem voldoende water en snacks mee, draag comfortabele kleding en schoenen. Bij de ingang van het park kun je een indrukwekkende hangbrug vinden die de Ma-rivier oversteekt. Deze brug, ook wel bekend als de Sling Bridge, is een populaire attractie voor bezoekers van het park. De hangbrug biedt een adembenemend uitzicht op de omringende weelderige jungle en de stromende rivier eronder. Het is een geweldige plek om te genieten van de natuurlijke schoonheid van het park en om unieke foto's te maken. Het oversteken van de hangbrug is een avontuur op zich. Foto van Kanitha die de hangbrug oversteekt.
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Mae Charim National Park is a national park in Thailand, located in Nan Province. The park is named after the Mae Charim River, which flows through the area. Although Mae Charim National Park is less well known than some of Thailand's other national parks, it offers visitors a beautiful natural environment to explore. The park is known for its lush forests, scenic mountains, waterfalls and crystal clear streams. The landscape is diverse and includes dense forests, green valleys and steep limestone cliffs. It is an ideal destination for nature lovers, hikers and adventurers looking for peace and beauty. In Mae Charim National Park you will find several hiking trails that you can follow to explore the natural splendor of the area. A popular trek is to Mae Charim Waterfall, an impressive waterfall that flows into a refreshing pool. It is possible to do wihite water rafting in Mae Charim National Park as the Mae Charim River flows through the area. The river offers different levels of rapids depending on the season and water level. This makes it a suitable destination for adventure activities such as rafting and kayaking. In terms of flora and fauna, Mae Charim National Park is home to a variety of plant species, including tropical trees, orchids, and ferns. The park is also home to several animal species such as monkeys, deer, birds and butterflies. If you plan to visit Mae Charim National Park, it is advisable to prepare well. Bring plenty of water and snacks, wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
In Mae Charim National Park, located in Nan Province Thailand. White water rafting on the Nam Wa River is the premier adventure activity of Mae Charim National Park and is considered one of the most difficult and fun white water areas in Thailand. For the weather, there are summer, rainy season and winter. Summer starts from March to May. The rainy season starts from June to October. Winter starts from November to February. The difficulty level varies from level 1 to level 5 depending on the season. The difficulty of rapids is from June to October at level 3-5, from November to February at level 3-4 and from March to May at level 2-3. The Nam Wa River is about 100 km long, making it impossible to go down the entire river in one go. We do the 19.2 kilometer route with levels 3-5. White water rafting is a great activity to enjoy with my son BieJee. As we paddle down the winding river, we are surrounded by lush forests and breathtaking scenery. During the whitewater rafting we have to use skills and teamwork to navigate the rapids. We'll feel the adrenaline rush as we maneuver through the turbulent waters, dodging sparkling waterfall bursts and conquering the exciting challenges of the river. There will also be time to swim and float in the river with a spectacular backdrop of dense vegetation, majestic mountains and waterfalls cascading down the river.
Mae Charim National Park is een nationaal park in Thailand, gelegen in de provincie Nan. Het park is vernoemd naar de Mae Charim-rivier, die door het gebied stroomt. Hoewel Mae Charim National Park minder bekend is dan sommige andere nationale parken in Thailand, biedt het bezoekers een prachtige natuurlijke omgeving om te verkennen. Het park staat bekend om zijn weelderige bossen, schilderachtige bergen, watervallen en kristalheldere beekjes. In Mae Charim National Park vind je verschillende wandelpaden die je kunt volgen om de natuurlijke pracht van het gebied te verkennen. Een populaire trektocht is naar de Mae Charim-waterval, een indrukwekkende waterval die uitmondt in een verfrissend poel. Wildwatervaren op de Nam Wa-rivier was de belangrijkste avontuurlijke activiteit in het park en werd beschouwd als een van de moeilijkste en leukste wildwatergebieden in Thailand. Voor het weer waren er zomer, regenseizoen en winter. De zomer begon van maart tot mei. Het regenseizoen begon van juni tot oktober. De winter begon van november tot februari. De moeilijkheidsgraad varieerde van niveau 1 tot niveau 5, afhankelijk van het seizoen. De moeilijkheidsgraad van stroomversnellingen was van juni tot oktober op niveau 3-5, van november tot februari op niveau 3-4 en van maart tot mei op niveau 2-3. De Nam Wa-rivier was ongeveer 100 km lang, waardoor het onmogelijk was om in één keer de hele rivier af te dalen. Wij deden de route van 19,2 kilometer met niveaus 3-5. Wildwatervaren was een geweldige activiteit om samen met mijn zoon BieJee van te genieten. Terwijl wij over de kronkelende rivier peddelden, werden we omringd door weelderige bossen en adembenemende landschappen. Tijdens het wildwatervaren moesten we vaardigheden en teamwork gebruiken om de stroomversnellingen te bevaren. We voelden de adrenaline terwijl we door de turbulente wateren manoeuvreerden, sprankelende watervaluitbarstingen ontweken en de opwindende uitdagingen van de rivier overwonnen. Er was ook tijd om te zwemmen en te dobberen in de rivier met een spectaculaire achtergrond van dichte vegetatie, majestueuze bergen en watervallen die langs de rivier stroomden.
Pacific Harbour, Viti Levu island, Fiji
Info: Viti Levu is the largest of the islands comprising the South Pacific nation of Fiji.
Kalojam, also known as Black Plum, is an evergreen tropical tree native to Bangladesh, India and Indonesia region. This fruit is available only during Aashar month (আষাঢ়). They might look similar to Blackberry but their taste varies a lot!!
We, Bengali, usually eat them making 'Bhorta' by smashing some with salt, sugar, green chilies. It's quite funny to eat since you have to throw the seeds away on every bite!!!
You can make some sweet n' sour squash out of it too! Here's the recipe for you--->
- Take 1kg of Kalojam on a deep bottom pan. Add water just to submerge the berries. Boil them for 10 mins or so, just to soften the berries enough to make pulp. Turn off the flame & let it cool down a little bit.
- While it's still warm, use your washed hand to crush them well to separate the seeds.
- Take a cheese-cloth, with the help of a spoon, put few of this pulp and squeeze them very well & let the juice pour into a new clean deep bottom pan. This way all the juice will be out leaving the pulp & seeds out (thus making a clear squash).
-Now measure the juice. For 4 cups of Kalojam Juice, add 3 cups of sugar. (Remember this measurement & calculate yours)
-Bring it to boil till the sugar melts. Some foam might create while boiling. Don't discard them as they will dissolve while cooling down.
- Add 1 Tsp of Citric acid. Boil for 1 more minute & turn off the flame.
-Let the squash cool down completely. Pour them into clean dry bottles & you can keep them in refrigerators for up to 1 month.
- Add few Tbsp of this squash in a glass, add some ice & water. You can add some rock salt & ground cumin if you want to make it taste more fancy Bengali flavor!!!
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Recent assessments of areas of different tropical gardens were used to calculate the modern survival ability.
Named after 1970s actress Alona Alegre who shot a film here, Alona Beach is the most famous beach on Panglao Island, Bohol, Philippines.
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I'm a member of the non-profit society, The Barbados Photographic Society. Part of our activities for members includes having field trips for members to go around the island exploring. Sometimes, our field trips veer off into strange territory....
After I ended my short documentary series on the "Fire at Mangrove Pond", my friend and I headed off to our second location. My photography club had an invite and a challenge from one of our members to shoot within his backyard compound. Such a small space but rather rewarding. I was trying to do two thing at once: Shooting still abstracts and shooting video to practice my technique.
Let's come closer again. I love the sound that the wind makes as it rattles the dry pods on this tree. It's soothing and I find that the pods like interesting subjects, in colour and in black and white.
Feel free to comment below with your ideas on what some of these things are. Good luck!
Read more about that morning trip in my blog post here, with the full story behind my side project:
If you're interested, I've also made some video there: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eA90_Bvtanc
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Pandanus is an unusual tree that stands on prop roots the way corn plants do. I have always been fascinated by this tropical tree. It calls to the child in me who is amazed with the world! Pandanus scrambles along coastlines, builds up new land and provides protection for young fish.
Pandanus is also called Screw Pine because its trunk twists and turns like a corkscrew as it grows. Its thorny leaf edges make it hard to cut back. Pandanus produces cones that are about 7 inches in diameter and are quite heavy when they fall to the ground. These trees become quite woody and gnarly and strong enough to face up to tropical winds!
The Common Screwpine (Pandanus utilis) is a tropical tree native to Madagascar. Contrary to it's name, it is NOT a pine and doesn't even look like a pine. It is sometimes called a "Madagascar Screw-pine".
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Miami FL
Just looking at tropical trees makes most people feel warm and relaxed. Erythrina trees can give you that “island” feel, add fog and its complete.
Erythrina mulungu
Hindu processions like this one are a common sight in Bali. On this day the event was a Full Moon ceremony. Offering were made and taken to the local temple to be blessed by the priest.
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Jacaranda (Jacaranda mimosifolia) flowers. Jacaranda mimosifolia is a sub-tropical tree native to south-central South America that has been widely planted elsewhere.
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The rugged coastline around Funchal is home to many hotels and a short walk from ours gives splendid views of the many tropical trees and flowers.This was taken during a short dry spell this morning.We are presently suffering from frequent heavy rain showers which is very unusual here in our experience.Still we mustn’t grumble bearing in mind what we left behind in the UK.At least it’s warm here !
Tabebuia is native to the American tropics and subtropics from Mexico and the Caribbean to Argentina. A few species produce timber, this one, a very hard durable wood, excellent for furniture.
Explore June 5, 2015 #375
I love the colors and patterns, the swirling greys and bright highlights of this unusual Eucalyptus tree.
Eucalyptus torelliana, Cadaga, Cadagi tree,
Torell's eucalyptus
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Miami FL
Large-scale fragmentation has occurred as a result of human activity. Tropical rain has been subjected to heavy changes and tropical plants around the world are rapidly shrinking.[11
Bai ra Rengorairai, the Bai for Airai state, Republic of Palau. This one is over 200 years old. It’s a traditional men’s meeting house.
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These are very large and fragrant flowers with petals 6 or more inches long and so fragrant that I can literally smell it a block away! I love the elongated curvaceous shape of the flowers and the metal-like sepal that connects the flower and stem. Thank heavens I didn't plant Ylang ylang in front of my house as a friend recommended. It would have been overwhelming!
Cananga odorata, the cananga tree, is a tropical tree that originates in Indonesia, which in early 19th century spread to Malaysia and the Philippines. It is valued for the perfume extracted from its flowers, called ylang-ylang, which is an essential oil used in aromatherapy. The tree is also called the fragrant cananga, Macassar-oil plant, or perfume tree. Traditional Polynesian names include Mata‘oi, Mohokoi, Moso‘oi, Moto‘oi, Mokosoi/Mokasoi/Mokohoi.
Women’s fragrances that feature ylang ylang in their composition include Chanel No. 5, Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Ylang & Vanilla, Estee Lauder Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang, Estee Lauder Amber Ylang Ylang and Givenchy Amarige Ylang Ylang. Perfumes for men that feature ylang ylang include Hermes Bel Ami, Hermes Vanille Galante, Amouage Silver Man, Yves Rocher Samarkande, and CK One Scene.
This photo was featured on UBC Botanical Garden's Botany Photo of the Day on September 20, 2017:
botanyphoto.botanicalgarden.ubc.ca/2017/09/cananga-odorata/
Biscayne Park FL
Botanical Garden of Cienfuegos, Cienfuegos, Cuba.
The 94-hectare botanic garden, 17km east of Cienfuegos, is Cuba's oldest, established in 1901. (Decades later the botanical garden in Havana used its seedlings to found its own green space.) The garden houses 2000 species of trees, including 23 types of bamboo, 65 types of fig and 150 different palms. It was founded by US sugar baron Edwin F Atkins, who initially intended to use it to study different varieties of sugarcane, but instead began planting exotic tropical trees.
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Green is not my favourite colour but when it comes to nature's green, it has this magical ability to make me happy and give a feeling which is fresh. This shot was captured in the morning right after I woke up!
The Common Screwpine (Pandanus utilis) is a tropical tree native to Madagascar. Contrary to its name, it is NOT a pine and doesn't even look like a pine. It is sometimes called a Madagascar Screw-Pine. Interestingly, like corn plants, it has prop roots to hold it up. They become woody and gnarly and strong enough to face up to tropical winds! Believe it or not, Albert is holding onto and standing among some very tall prop roots beside Pandanus Lake at Fairchild Garden.
Notice the long leaves with sharply serrated edges and the ridged, twisting trunks.
The raccoon, Procyon lotor, also known as the common raccoon, North American raccoon, northern raccoon and colloquially as coon, is a medium-sized mammal native to North America. It is the largest of the procyonid family, having a body length of 40 to 70 cm (16 to 28 in) and a body weight of 3.5 to 9 kg (8 to 20 lb). The raccoon is usually nocturnal and is omnivorous, with a diet consisting of about 40% invertebrates, 33% plant foods, and 27% vertebrates. It has a grayish coat, of which almost 90% is dense underfur, which insulates against cold weather. Two of its most distinctive features are its extremely dexterous front paws and its facial mask, which are themes in the mythology of several Native American tribes. Raccoons are noted for their intelligence, with studies showing that they are able to remember the solution to tasks up to three years later.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Pandanus Lake, Miami, FL
Fruit has tough skin, sticky, mealy flesh.
Originally from Madagascar, Monkey’s Apple is well-established in the tropics from Southern Florida to Northern Australia. The leaves are leathery thus the name of the plant, coriacea. Fruit are yellow when ripe with three or so non-edible seeds, dark brown, very hard, full of tannin. The yellow flesh is sticky, one of reasons why children are attracted to it. When very ripe the tree rains golf-ball sized fruit that approach being sweet. Birds usually won’t eat them but rodents squirrel them way and giant tortoises like to eat the fruit. However, at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Miami they just call them “inedible.” They are not on the top of the foraged food list.
Botanically the tree is Mimusops coriacea, MIM-you-sops kor-ee-uh-KEE-us. The genus Mimusops comes form the Greek words, mimo meaning ape, and ops meaning resembling. In English we would say “looks like a monkey.” No one knows why that is the botanical name. As mentioned coriacea is Dead Latin for leather. The Creole call it Pomme Zako, from the French Pomme Jacquot. That might have been Pomme d’accot originally that got mutated into Pomme Jacquot (then Pomme Zako.) And while that means Apple of Sheltering in English we might call it Mulch Apple, a tree producing mulch.
To eat the ripe tough skinned fruit, squeeze them between the fingers. Don’t eat the seeds and avoid white globs from the skin. The flesh is sticky and leaves a coating in the mouth. Seeds have been made into necklaces and the seed oil used in paint.
Mimusops coriacea, Sapotaceae
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Miami FL
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Mae Charim National Park is a national park in Thailand, located in Nan Province. The park is named after the Mae Charim River, which flows through the area. Although Mae Charim National Park is less well known than some of Thailand's other national parks, it offers visitors a beautiful natural environment to explore. The park is known for its lush forests, scenic mountains, waterfalls and crystal clear streams. The landscape is diverse and includes dense forests, green valleys and steep limestone cliffs. It is an ideal destination for nature lovers, hikers and adventurers looking for peace and beauty. In Mae Charim National Park you will find several hiking trails that you can follow to explore the natural splendor of the area. A popular trek is to Mae Charim Waterfall, an impressive waterfall that flows into a refreshing pool. It is possible to do white water rafting in Mae Charim National Park as the Mae Charim River flows through the area. The river offers different levels of rapids depending on the season and water level. This makes it a suitable destination for adventure activities such as rafting and kayaking. In terms of flora and fauna, Mae Charim National Park is home to a variety of plant species, including tropical trees, orchids, and ferns. The park is also home to several animal species such as monkeys, deer, birds and butterflies. If you plan to visit Mae Charim National Park, it is advisable to prepare well. Bring plenty of water and snacks, wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
In Mae Charim National Park, located in Nan Province Thailand, you can find an impressive suspension bridge that crosses the Ma River. Also known as the "Sling Bridge", this bridge is a popular attraction for visitors to the park. The suspension bridge offers breathtaking views of the surrounding lush jungle and the flowing river below. It's a great place to enjoy the park's natural beauty and take unique photos. Crossing the suspension bridge is an adventure in itself. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and pay attention to your surroundings when crossing.
Mae Charim National Park is een nationaal park in Thailand, gelegen in de provincie Nan. Het park is vernoemd naar de Mae Charim-rivier, die door het gebied stroomt. Hoewel Mae Charim National Park minder bekend is dan sommige andere nationale parken in Thailand, biedt het bezoekers een prachtige natuurlijke omgeving om te verkennen. Het park staat bekend om zijn weelderige bossen, schilderachtige bergen, watervallen en kristalheldere beekjes. Het landschap is divers en omvat dichte bossen, groene valleien en steile kalkstenen kliffen. Het is een ideale bestemming voor natuurliefhebbers, wandelaars en avonturiers die op zoek zijn naar rust en schoonheid. In Mae Charim National Park vind je verschillende wandelpaden die je kunt volgen om de natuurlijke pracht van het gebied te verkennen. Een populaire trektocht is naar de Mae Charim-waterval, een indrukwekkende waterval die uitmondt in een verfrissend poel. Het is mogelijk om wildwatervaren te doen in Mae Charim National Park, aangezien de Mae Charim-rivier door het gebied stroomt. De rivier biedt verschillende niveaus van stroomversnellingen, afhankelijk van het seizoen en de waterstand. Dit maakt het een geschikte bestemming voor avontuurlijke activiteiten zoals raften en kajakken. Wat betreft de flora en fauna herbergt Mae Charim National Park een verscheidenheid aan plantensoorten, waaronder tropische bomen, orchideeën en varens. Het park is ook de thuisbasis van verschillende diersoorten, zoals apen, herten, vogels en vlinders. Als je van plan bent Mae Charim National Park te bezoeken, is het raadzaam om je goed voor te bereiden. Neem voldoende water en snacks mee, draag comfortabele kleding en schoenen. Bij de ingang van het park kun je een indrukwekkende hangbrug vinden die de Ma-rivier oversteekt. Deze brug, ook wel bekend als de Sling Bridge, is een populaire attractie voor bezoekers van het park. De hangbrug biedt een adembenemend uitzicht op de omringende weelderige jungle en de stromende rivier eronder. Het is een geweldige plek om te genieten van de natuurlijke schoonheid van het park en om unieke foto's te maken. Het oversteken van de hangbrug is een avontuur op zich.
Pandanus is an unusual tree that stands on prop roots the way corn plants do. I have always been fascinated by this tree. It calls to child within me who is amazed with the world! Pandanus scrambles along tropical coastlines, builds up new land and provides protection for young fish.
Pandanus is also called Screw Pine because its trunk twists and turns like a corkscrew as it grows. Its thorny leaf edges make it hard to cut back. Pandanus produces cones that are about 7 inches in diameter and are quite heavy when they fall to the ground. These trees become quite woody and gnarly and strong enough to face up to tropical winds!
The Common Screwpine (Pandanus utilis) is a tropical tree native to Madagascar. Contrary to it's name, it is NOT a pine and doesn't even look like a pine. It is sometimes called a "Madagascar Screw-pine".
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Miami Fl
Dendrochronology is the science of dating and study of annual rings in trees. A tree in temperate and colder climates typically will grow one new ring every year, therefore the age of the tree can theoretically be determined by counting the number of rings present. The problem lies in the fact that some years, particularly in years of drought, a tree will not grow an annual ring. In other years where the growing season is interrupted a tree may grow a second false ring. The trees rings are commonly measured by taking a series of core samples. A borer is used to extract a pencil-size diameter or smaller core from a living tree or from a log. For downed and dead trees a disk section or "tree cookie" may also be taken, these are polished, the rings identified, and the number of rings and the distance between each are recorded. By comparing rings from multiple trees, through cross-dating, a dendrochronologists can determine if rings are missing or if false rings are present. Through this process the tree ring record can be used to investigate past climatic conditions. Tropical trees often lack annual rings and ages for these trees can be measured using radiocarbon dating of wood samples from the trees.
If you want to live your life through to the end, you have to live dangerously.
Jeanne Moreau
Huge and over 100 years.old Seen in Palm Beach.
Kapok (Ceiba pentandra) is a tropical tree of the order Malvales and the family Malvaceae .It's fiber was used for life vests.
A change of country for the next set. In December 2018 we visited the island of Bali for our Christmas holidays.
The rambutan is a medium-sized tropical tree in the family Sapindaceae. The name also refers to the edible fruit produced by this tree. The rambutan is native to Indonesian archipelago, and other regions of tropical Southeast Asia. It is closely related to several other edible tropical fruits including the lychee, longan, pulasan and mamoncillo.