Showy Lady's Slipper by lil_sizzler
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Description
Minnesota's state flower. Scientific name: Cypripedium reginae.
The showy lady's-slipper is one of 43 orchid species that grow in Minnesota. Many people consider it the most beautiful flower in the state. I think they're interesting but not sure about beautiful. :)
Each year, the lady's slipper may produce a half-million seeds, which are as fine as flour dust. This flower has a long life span; some may be 100 years old.
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Comments (7)
ucephobe
Looks more like Phragmipedium Cardinale to me.
MrsLubner
wonderful information. Like you, not sure its more beautiful than other flowers I've seen but you've done a most beautiful photo of this one. :-)
Cosme..D..Churruca
One of my favorites... beautifully captured !
botrytisfree
Well, I think it's a beautiful flower. Funny that most people associate orchids with tropical places, but there are so many in the northern climates. Thanks for the photo...
rainbows
A wonderful capture. I adore Orchids, how I wish I had some seeds from this one. Diane.
Ionel
A very beautiful capture with wonderful details!
PhrankPower
Stunningly clear. Dazzling, although a rather bizarre looking flower. Pretty color scheme.