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Friday, October 31, 2008

Random plant event: Euphorbia grandicornis bloom

Almost missed this one, 'cause it's so small. Glad I didn't.

First, the context:


See it?

Then the flower itself. The same slightly greenish yellow all over. I can't tell exactly whether there are separate petals or not: you can see indentations like there are five petals, but they look like they're fused. Kinda cool.


And then, finally, the closest picture I could get that was even kinda in focus:


It's definitely unusual: I can't quite reach a decision about whether or not I think it's pretty.
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6 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 31, 2008 at 4:56 AM

    It may not be pretty, but it sure as heck is adorable! :)

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  2. AnonymousOctober 31, 2008 at 5:05 AM

    Succulents not only have strange forms but unusual flowers. This is a first for me. Thanks for posting.
    Donna

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  3. LanceOctober 31, 2008 at 7:52 AM

    It's so cute. I probably would have missed it. Thanks for sharing.

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  4. Shirley Bovshow "EdenMaker"October 31, 2008 at 7:52 AM

    I think that tiny little flower is pretty- but you have to look for her! Kind of like some people I know.
    Shirley

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  5. Melissa Gay ArtOctober 31, 2008 at 9:59 AM

    Its beauty is in its SHEER WACKINESS! 'Phorbs are so interesting. Thanks for getting the close-up pic!

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  6. ShibaguyzNovember 1, 2008 at 1:51 AM

    Reminds us of those little candy flowers you buy to put on cakes. Definitely a cool photo op!

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