Adansonia za (Baobab) - Image 2

Botanical name: Adansonia za

Common name: Baobab

Family: Malvaceae    (Formerly:Bombacaceae)

Subfamily: Bombacoideae

Origin: Madagascar

Large tree taller than 20 ftFull sunModerate waterYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersUnusual colorEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.
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Adansonia za (Baobab) yellow and pink flower, close up on wet dark stone ground.
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