Eupomatia laurina

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  1. davallia

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    Showing buds, flowers emerging from the capsule, and full bloom. Eupomatia laurina, Eupomatiaceae. An ancient plant native to New Guinea and Australia.
     

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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Looks Magnoliaceous.
     
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    Yes - it's an ancient plant. Common name is Bolwarra, which may mean 'streak of light' or 'plenty' or 'well developed', in local Aboriginal languages.
     
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