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Tecomanthe speciosa

October 2nd 2005


Tecomanthe speciosa

A large leaved and vigorous climber.

Endemic to Three Kings Islands although common in northern gardens.

Beautiful large pendulous creamy white-yellow flowers.
This plant is an ideal climber. Beware it is very vigorous and can smother decks and balconies. Rare in the wild.
Tecomanthe speciosa


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Life-size Guide to New Zealand Native Ferns: Featuring the Caterpillars Which Feed on ThemA Field Guide to the Native Edible Plants of New ZealandGardener's Encyclopaedia of NZ Native PlantsTrees and Shrubs of New ZealandThe Reed Field Guide to New Zealand Native Trees

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