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White Alder

Turnera subulata

Description:

In the morning this Turnera produces masses of five-lobed pale yellow flowers that are dark violet and yellow around the yellow stamens; the flowers close towards noon. The dark green leaves are ovate with serrated margins. Grows to 40-60 cm in sun or partial shade.

Notes:

Also called Politician's flower, White Butter Cup or Sundrop (Philippines). http://www.eol.org/pages/5743749

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elapj
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elapj

Bago City, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Spotted on Dec 22, 2009
Submitted on Apr 23, 2011

Spotted for Mission

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