July 17th, 2007, 08:26 AM
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In search of the Truffula Trees.
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Location: Ecuador SA Zone 12/13
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Unidentified and purty
I've got no idea what this is, but in Ecuador it blooms only after heavy rain and the flowers last until it gets sunny again (about 1 day.)
An ID would be nice, but I'll enjoy them regardless.
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July 17th, 2007, 10:56 AM
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UBC Botanical Garden and Centre for Plant Research
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Re: Unidentified and purty
Looks like Alpinia zerumbet (shell ginger). Should have a nice fragrance.
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July 17th, 2007, 11:02 AM
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Re: Unidentified and purty
They do smell awesome, slightly spicy and a bit sweet. Thanks for the ID!
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July 17th, 2007, 11:03 AM
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Re: Unidentified and purty
Is this an edible plant in any way?
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July 17th, 2007, 06:08 PM
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Re: Unidentified and purty
I don't think so.
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