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Portia Tree
Thespesia_populnea
25.9203, -80.1401
Field Notes
Description:
Small tree like plant of flowering plant in the mallow family, with heart shaped (lilac like) leaves and a white multi petaled flower with buds and seeds. "Hibiscus like" blossoms.
Habitat:
Near ocean beach area. Gravel and sand soil, full sun.
Notes:
Attractive small tree with many white flowers, no apparent scent.
Reference Links:
Thespesia populnea
Species ID Suggestions
3
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedSeptember 19, 2011
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