The Peterodendron is a bush endemic to Central Tanzania and the only member of the family. They have delicate white flowers during the rains

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The Peterodendron is a bush endemic to Central Tanzania and the only member of the family. They have delicate white flowers during the rains and then these unique 4 spiked seed capsules open up during the dry season

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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