a gorgeous Strelitzia - indigenous to South Africa and commonly
known as Bird of Paradise.
this was taken whilst on my walkout at the Voortrekker Monument
(Pilgrims monument) recently ... see post below for more
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18 comments:
Stunning photo. I want to get some strelitzia plants for my garden.
Great shot of a stunning flower. :)
Nice close-up.
I have a huge plant of B.o.P. in my back yard...it's just now starting to bloom for the season.
Here is mine...PENELOPE the pelican
Hope your Monday is treating you well!
Beautiful, I took some pics of them in California, I really like the color in them..:-)
A Bird of Paradise, how lovely. :)
So stunning and gorgeous...I always love to see what you will show us next!! brilliant macro! Love the colors too!
kiki~
What beautiful work and what will convey a sense of life
Very striking! They use them in floral decorations here now, but it always seems to me such a shame to cut them.
An interesting view of the Bird of Paradise; first time I am having such a close look at it.
beautiful colors and perfect clarity.
And what a beauty it is. Love the colors Gena!
Birds of paradise is very pretty. Great macro shot!
MacroMonday~Nuts
Absolutely stunning! :)
beautiful macro
In Aus I see lots of Streitzia here... I am starting to think that I am missing out on something...
beautiful! Love the background.
Fabulous flower and so aptly named. Thanks for sharing with Today's Flowers.
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