STAPELIA GIGANTEA–one of a few flowers that smells like rotting meat and so attracts mainly flies. The purpose, however, is not for the flower to feed on the flies, but rather for the flies to pollinate the flowers.
(I loved the similarity of the starfish photo I used in my last post and the shape of the Carrion Flower, so had to put them together in this post.)
See Cee’s amazing lotus flower and bud HERE.
For Cee’s Flower Prompt
I think the mystery is solved concerning how one plant could have such a variety of blooms on it. See clues below.
(Click on first photo to enlarge all.)
After a few days, it became clear that there were actually three different colors of kalanchoe planted in each pot! Tres por uno. So much for the variety of buds and blooms on one plant.
For Cee’s Flower of the Day prompt.
January 1, 2018 dawned sunny and warm. This hibiscus opened to a new year. Happy New Year to all.
For Cee’s Flower of the Day prompt.
The scientific name of this tree, native to southern Mexico, is as surreal as the bloom. it is pseudobombax ellipticium! More commonly known as the shaving brush tree.
See Cee’s luscious bearded iris HERE.
This gorgeous anthurium was a gift from cross-the-street neighbors Brad and Dave. Such a unique color. I love it.
Happy Xmas Eve!!!!
Succulents, Wandering Jew and what will grow up to be a Silk Floss Tree.
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