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Turk's Cap
Malvaviscus arboreus
37.8564, -122.298
Field Notes
Description:
Spotted this Turk's Cap flower at the UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens, Berkeley, CA.
Habitat:
UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens, Berkeley, CA.
Notes:
Malvaviscus arboreus is a species of flowering plant in the hibiscus family, Malvaceae, that is native to the Southeastern United States, Mexico, Central America, and South America. The specific name, arboreus, refers to the tree-like appearance of a mature plant. It is now popular in cultivation and goes by many English names including Turkcap, Turk's Turban, Wax Mallow, Ladies Teardrop and Scotchman's Purse. Its flowers do not open fully and help attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
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PublishedFebruary 2, 2012
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