"Buddah's Lantern" question (have tree)

Hi, all. Whilst in Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay, FL, I came across a tree
to which the horticulturist on duty ascribed the name "Buddha's Lantern".
He also gave it some technical term which I do not remember. Does anyone
have a familiarity with this plant, and if so, do you know where I can
obtain information on ordering one, or getting one in the Central Florida
area? Any help would be much appreciated, as this was a truly gorgeous
plant. Thanks.

There is a tree native to South America that is commonly called a 'lantern'
tree, Crinodendron hookerianum. Have never heard it refered to as "Buddha's
Lantern', but who knows??
Check here: http://freespace.virgin.net/john.richmond/Crinod.jpg

pam - gardengal

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2 8th November 01:59 pam - gardengal External User Posts: 1	"Buddah's Lantern" question (tree) There is a tree native to South America that is commonly called a 'lantern' tree, Crinodendron hookerianum. Have never heard it refered to as "Buddha's Lantern', but who knows?? Check here: http://freespace.virgin.net/john.richmond/Crinod.jpg pam - gardengal