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Ochna serrulata
The petals are colored yellow to red it has a crown of seed usually it comes in 3-5 sorrounding the petals from color green then turn to yellow and lastly to black. a name derived from the shape of the drupelet fruit.
These species are native to tropical woodlands of Africa, the Mascarenes and Asia.
The common name was used by nurserymen who sold the plant in potted form. Within a short time, it became popular as a lucky plant, supposedly having magical charm which promotes financial success to the grower.
Spotted on Jul 29, 2014
Submitted on Sep 23, 2014
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