April, 2018 - Melliodendron xylocarpum

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    wcutler Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator VCBF Cherry Scout 10 Years

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    My favourite tree, almost. There's another Melliodendron xylocarpum in the garden with more pink in its flowers that's my favourite favourite, but I didn't have time to visit it. I think it should be a bit behind this one in blooming, so I might still get a chance. This one has particularly nice bud colour, seemingly represented fairly accurately here.
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    wcutler Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator VCBF Cherry Scout 10 Years

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    Thanks to @Daniel Mosquin for pointing out the nice new leaves on the Melliodendron xylocarpum that I was standing right next to while I was talking to him.
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    These fruits are from a different individual, my favourite favourite at the top of the Meyer Glade, photos from October 8, 2020.
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