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What

Calabash Tree (Crescentia cujete)

Observer

caymannature

Date

November 12, 2002

Description

Calabash (or Gourd) tree - Crescentia cujete, Family: BIGNONIACEAE.
The sprawling tree bears large green fruits, gourds (up to 25 cm in diameter) - the woody outer shells were traditionally used to make water containers, soup bowls, plates and for bailing boats.
Florida, West Indies and continental tropical America.
Photo: Ann Stafford, Nov.12, 2002.
FLORA of the CAYMAN ISLANDS by George R. Proctor 2012 p.604, Fig.226, Pl.58.

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