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Dombeya wallichii  Dombeya wallichii,Geotagged,United States,Winter Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

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''Dombeya wallichii'' is a flowering shrub of the family Malvaceae known by the common names pinkball, pink ball tree, and tropical hydrangea. Its native range includes India, East Africa, and Madagascar.

The plant can grow 20 to 30 feet tall and has a spread of up to 25 feet. The alternately arranged leaves are heart-shaped with serrated edges. The hanging flower clusters are pink, showy, and fragrant.

This species can be crossed with ''Dombeya burgessiae'' to produce the.. more

Similar species: Malvales
Species identified by Nora Callihan
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By Nora Callihan

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Uploaded Oct 1, 2019. Captured Jan 1, 2012 01:19 in San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA.
  • iF045
  • f/2.8
  • 1/125s
  • ISO50
  • 8.5mm