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− | '''Macolline is a | + | '''Macolline is a botanical nature park 3km from the town-centre Antalaha. The park, also known as Ambinany (or Vinany), covers 10 hectares and has over 600 native and introduced plants and trees, including precious and semi-precious species as well as a varied fauna, such as chameleons, butterflies, insects, nocturnal lemurs.''' |
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− | Macolline Park was founded by Marie Hélène Kam Hyo, a pharmacist in Antalaha. A species of Clerodendrum family (Lamiaceae) was discovered by her in 2002. The | + | Macolline Park was founded by Marie Hélène Kam Hyo, a pharmacist in Antalaha. A species of the Clerodendrum family (Lamiaceae) was discovered by her in the park in 2002. The species was formally named ''Clerodendrum kamhyoa''. The abundant small trees are an extraordinary sight at the peak of their flowering, with each trunk draped in clusters of long elegant white flowers. |
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− | Marie Hélène dubbed the plant “Lamariée” (“The Bride”). Flowering begins April and can continue until October with a peak period | + | Marie Hélène dubbed the plant “Lamariée” (“The Bride”). Flowering begins April and can continue until October with a peak period in May and July. The Clerodendrum kamhyoa plant has been assigned a preliminary status of “Endangered” by IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria. Conservation efforts at Macolline has significantly lowered its risk of extinction. |
− | In 2008 Marie Hélène opened Macolline to the public as a conservation and educational site with a well-maintained trail | + | In 2008 Marie Hélène opened Macolline to the public as a conservation and educational site with a well-maintained trail, offering visitors an opportunity discover the many botanical treasures along the route and enjoy beautiful views from the ???-meters high hill. |
− | A knowledgeable guide will explain the different species and their uses in traditional Malagasy medicine. An canoe ride from behind the hill along the Ankavanana River takes visitors to a traditional brick making facility before returning by canoe the same route. <!-- Natural remedies from park available in pharmacy? --> | + | A knowledgeable guide will explain the different species and their uses in traditional Malagasy medicine. An canoe ride from behind the hill up along the Ankavanana River takes visitors to a traditional brick making facility before returning by canoe the same route. <!-- Natural remedies from park available in pharmacy? --> |
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Revision as of 03:34, 11 October 2024
Macolline is a botanical nature park 3km from the town-centre Antalaha. The park, also known as Ambinany (or Vinany), covers 10 hectares and has over 600 native and introduced plants and trees, including precious and semi-precious species as well as a varied fauna, such as chameleons, butterflies, insects, nocturnal lemurs.
Macolline Park was founded by Marie Hélène Kam Hyo, a pharmacist in Antalaha. A species of the Clerodendrum family (Lamiaceae) was discovered by her in the park in 2002. The species was formally named Clerodendrum kamhyoa. The abundant small trees are an extraordinary sight at the peak of their flowering, with each trunk draped in clusters of long elegant white flowers.
Marie Hélène dubbed the plant “Lamariée” (“The Bride”). Flowering begins April and can continue until October with a peak period in May and July. The Clerodendrum kamhyoa plant has been assigned a preliminary status of “Endangered” by IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria. Conservation efforts at Macolline has significantly lowered its risk of extinction.
In 2008 Marie Hélène opened Macolline to the public as a conservation and educational site with a well-maintained trail, offering visitors an opportunity discover the many botanical treasures along the route and enjoy beautiful views from the ???-meters high hill.
A knowledgeable guide will explain the different species and their uses in traditional Malagasy medicine. An canoe ride from behind the hill up along the Ankavanana River takes visitors to a traditional brick making facility before returning by canoe the same route.
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