Monday, February 21, 2011

Macro Monday - Red Anthurium


Anthuriums are popular for their bright waxy blooms and shiny leaves.  They last a long time as cut flowers but exude a sap that can irritate the skin.  The bloom is actually a type of leaf that grows around the flower spike in the center.  They are so bright and shiny that they are often assumed to be artificial.



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8 comments:

  1. JamaMonday, February 21, 2011

    So beautiful! there's lots of them here as they thrive in our hot climate.

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  2. LeedslassMonday, February 21, 2011

    Expensive to buy over here but, as you say, they last a long time. I love them as they remind me of Maui.

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  3. A Bit of the BlarneyMonday, February 21, 2011

    So very beautiful!!! Thank you! Cathy

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  4. DrillerAAMonday, February 21, 2011

    Absolutely stunning.

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  5. Cecilia ArtistaMonday, February 21, 2011

    Great macroshot!

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  6. KarenMonday, February 21, 2011

    Oh, gorgeous vivid colour.

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  7. Bird's Eye View PhotographyMonday, February 21, 2011

    Such lovely color! Love!

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  8. AnonymousMonday, February 21, 2011

    Still finding colourful subjects under that snow? ;-)

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