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Baobab
The Baobab is native to Africa and is nicknamed "the dead rat tree" because its seed pods, which hang from its branches, resemble rats hanging by their tails. It is sometimes called "the upside-down tree" as well, because of its massive out-sized trunk. This specimen is one of the largest in the United States.
Bombax
The rare pink and white Bombax trees are a delight in spring, when their bare branches burst forth with silk-like tassels of color, followed by the emergence of leaves after the flowers fall. It is also known in Hawaii as "the Queen's flower" because it was a favorite of Queen Emma. Queen's pink Bombax is an original planting by Dr. Hillebrand from stock he found in India.
Nawa
This spectacular tree is a native of India. Its huge five-lobed leaves are very popular for use in dried flower arrangements. The seed pods are to be avoided, for they consist of needle-like fibers that are extremely painful to the unwary collector. Queen's Nawa is the largest of its kind in the United States.
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