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Bois Corail

Type: Small tree, less than two metres in height

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Description: The leaves are thick and shiny. Plant bears head of tubular flowers resembling coral. Flowers are pink in colour and fruits are berry-like

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Habitat: Thrives in uplands and mossy forests

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Origin: Endemic to Mauritius

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Scientific name: Chassalia coriacea

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Conservation status: Critically Endangered

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