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U - Umbrella Tree

To be precise Queensland Umbrella tree as it is commonly known was a new tree for me. I had never seen this species until recently and I was so amused by the fact of its shape. Resembles the umbrella spikes very clearly. Scientifically it is known as Schefflera actinophylla. It is an evergreen tree and a native to tropical forests and Gallery forests of Australia.



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Kathe W. said…
lovely tree- gorgeous photo! Have a great day!
April 24, 2013 at 8:21 PM
Sylvia Ney said…
I love umbrella trees! New follower here. I'm stopping by from the "A to Z" challenge and I look forward to visiting again.

Sylvia
http://www.writinginwonderland.blogspot.com/
April 24, 2013 at 8:36 PM
ಅಶ್ವಿನಿ/ Ashwini said…
@Kathe W: Thanks for dropping by..

@Sylvia Ney: Thank you! Will visit your blog soon.
April 24, 2013 at 8:41 PM
Hilary Melton-Butcher said…
Hi Ashwini .. isn't the umbrella tree just beautiful to look at .. and yes we can understand its name ..

Cheers Hilary
April 25, 2013 at 2:33 PM
ಅಶ್ವಿನಿ/ Ashwini said…
@Hilary Melton-Butcher: Indeed very beautiful.
April 26, 2013 at 7:40 PM
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