Traveller's palm, 1910 : general view



Photograph

01 Jan 1910

Photographed By Lambert, G. R.

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This photograph taken by A G.R. Lambert & Co. in 1910 shows a Traveller's Palm is also known as Ravenala madagascariensis, found at the Botanic Gardens. Underneath the tree there are several Malay and Indian men standing and posing for the picture. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.


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All rights reserved. Lee Kip Lin and National Library Board, Singapore 2009.

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