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Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) has an interesting feature: Old trees form a woody boss at the base. (It reminds me of the lignotubers I’ve seen on fire-resprouting chaparral plants from California.) The species is from SE Asia but not from fire-prone habitats. #Lythraceae #Botany 🌾🧪🌱
May 12, 2025, 4:36 PM
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