Bee Balm by Debwhosmiles
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Description
These pretty flowers are common in the Great Smoky Mountains. They are at the end of their bloom in late September but still add color to the landscape.
This medicinal plant (Monarda didyma)was used in a wide variety of ways though for headache seems the most common. John Evelyn, 17th century diarist wrote "Balm is sovereign for the brain, strengthening the memory and powerfully chasing away melancholy."
Comments (6)
Bossie_Boots
Very beautiful superb capture i have never seen the like so thanks for sharing !!
Feliciti
like the blossoms and colour too !! nice capture !!
sharky_
Interesting flower. Almost like a crab with its pincher claws out in defense. Love the medicinal part too. I could use that at times. Aloha
Lashia
Beautiful soft summer colours- thanks for sharing! :) And have you checked out the Photography Story Challenge? Go continue the story!
kbrog
Beautifully captured! :)
durleybeachbum
It's also what gives Earl Grey Tea that special flavour!