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Oreopanax capitatus - Picon Tree


Oreopanax capitatus - Picon Tree (Oreopanax capitatus - Picon Tree)

Seeds and leaves of this very large Picon tree located in Balboa Park, San Diego, CA. This tropical evergreen tree is native to Mexico, Central America and the West Indies. Photo taken Mar. 3, 2011.



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Marguerite:

Yes, it does have beautiful leaves. Unfortunately, this photo isn't very clear.

9 Mar, 2011

 

Beautiful

11 Mar, 2011

 

Sixpence:

Glad you like it. :>)

It wasn't the best of photos. lol!

In summer this tree's flowers attract thousands of bees and large green June bugs.

13 Mar, 2011

 

I think its a great photo clear too, great the bees are attracted to it.

13 Mar, 2011

 

Sixpence:

Thanks!

14 Mar, 2011

 

:o))

14 Mar, 2011



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