Gyrocarpus americanus What do you call this in your language? One From #Bhimeshwari, wildlife range #Halagur. #cauverywildlifesanctuary #forest https://t.co/8kcBnfVQ7B
The seeds falling from the Laurel Wood tree, commonly known as Helicopter tree or Stinkwood. ❤️ A beautiful sight! This one is genus and species Gyrocarpus Americanus! Nicknames for the seeds are Whirlybirds and Whirligigs! https://t.co/WQSJczmZ1Z
Gyrocarpus Americanus (Helicopter Tree or Propeller Tree) is a flowering plant with a wide pantropical distribution. It's a slender, deciduous tree with smooth, grey bark; it reaches 12m height. Called Helicopter or Propeller Tree because of the show given by its falling seeds. https://t.co/XhjoF0gOxC
