This specimen was found on 10/17/24 on the Cal Poly Pomona campus. It was seen on the bank of the Duck Pond (located between S University Drive and Building 59). The specimen was basking in the sun on the rock/concrete bank. There were succulents, shrubs and trees surrounding the pond. Ducks, fish, dragonflies and other turtles were present. The habitat was a freshwater pond. BIO 4140
Large- approximately one meter wide and high. In grassy area. Blooming off branches connected to wide leaves about one foot long. Heavy rains in San Diego this month.
This plant was found close to a running path around 6am. It has bloomed flower attached to a green leaf bed. The temperature is 60 degrees. There are about 20 of the same plant in the area.