Schotia brachypetala - Parrot Tree
By Delonix1
7 Dec, 2008
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This Parrot Tree is located in North Park...it was in almost full bloom with its scarlet flowers. Pic taken today.
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Still wondering. LOL
28 Dec, 2008
Terratoonie:
Sorry, it's taken me so long to respond to your comment. I still have no idea though, why this tree is called a parrot tree. Just a guess, maybe parrots like the nectar from the flowers or the edible beans.
8 Feb, 2009
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Why the name Parrot tree ?
Shape of the flowers ?
25 Dec, 2008