Strelitzia (Bird of Paradise) by danapommet

Photography • Flowers/Plants • posted on Oct 04, 2013

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Description

Strelitzia is a genus of five species of perennial plants native to South Africa. It belongs to the plant family Strelitziaceae. The genus is named after the duchy of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, birthplace of Queen Charlotte of the United Kingdom. A common name of the genus is Bird of Paradise flower, because of a supposed resemblance of its flowers to the bird of paradise. In South Africa it is commonly known as a crane flower and is featured on the reverse of the 50 cent coin. The species typically reach 4 to 6 feet high in local gardens. This photo was taken in St. Augustine, FL at the gardens of the Lightner Museum. Some info from Wikipedia. It will zoom! Thanks for stopping by, taking a look and for all your previous favs and comments. They are very much appreciated. Dana

Comments (39)

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mgtcs

11:29PM | Mon, 07 October 2013

Very sweet image Dana, excellent colors, marvelous capture as usual! ***

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Flint_Hawk

10:25AM | Tue, 08 October 2013

Fantastic flower!

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Richardphotos

5:53AM | Wed, 09 October 2013

very beautiful flower and superb photo

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dochtersions

3:53AM | Thu, 10 October 2013

Such a great info, thank you for that, Dana. I love this flower and shot, it let work my fantasy, by seeing all the splendid colors and unique shapes.

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