Boab

Boab (Andansonia gregorii)

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A pot-bellied, water-storing tree, Andansonia gregorii, native to the arid regions of western Australia. The boab, or bottle, tree is related to the African Baobab tree. It produces a large, gourd-like fruit whose woody shell has been carved into bowls, utensils, and ornamental items.

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Andansonia gregorii; bottle tree; Australian baobab

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External source or communication Comment: CoOL LIST SERVE-Date: 1 Apr 2002 :Heather Bleechmore

Encyclopedia Britannica, http://www.britannica.com Comment: "baobab" Encyclopædia Britannica [Accessed April 5, 2002].

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