No. 1
The inflorescence of a palm. Most likely Phoenix dactylifera. If the
flowers develop waxy petals then it is male.
No. 2
Liriodendron. Tulip tree. A good looking specimen.
Best Wishes. Brian.
"lord0" wrote in message
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Hi there,

My father has recently moved to nr Villeneuve in France (now I know that's
not exactly uk.rec.gardening but hey, I like you guys ;-)) . He's got a
bit
of land. We can't identify two of the plants. Anyone help?

John Doe #1
http://ltierney.demon.co.uk/images/May03056.JPG

John Doe #2
http://ltierney.demon.co.uk/images/May03058.JPG

Cheers

Lawrence