The Handkerchief Tree, Davidia involucrata, is a rare but highly sought-after tree, native of China, especially impressive when it blooms. Sussex

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That unique and beautiful ornamental handkerchief tree or Dove tree or even sometimes called a ghost tree, in woodland in Sussex.

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Size: 3712px × 5568px
Location: West Sussex UK
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License: Licensed
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