Common Hedge Bower

[Rajesh D. Sachdev]

Hi all,

shot this flower at Diva Creek, Dombivali.

This flower is found mainly along the coast above high tide mark. as  a mangrove associate and spread inland as it makes an excelent edge.

 

Common Name: Common Hedge Bower

Local Name: Van-jai/Koynel

Sci. Name: Clerodendrum inerme

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Regards
Rajesh Sachdev
Wild Mumbai Nature Conservation
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