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Flowers and foliage of Anisotome procumbens

Anisotome procumbens

Published by Daniel Mosquin on January 24, 2019

The intriguing and diminutive Anisotome procumbens looks like it came straight from a Dr. Seuss book when photographed with a macro lens!

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Glehnia littoralis subsp. leiocarpa

Glehnia littoralis subsp. leiocarpa

Published by Daniel Mosquin on November 8, 2018

Depending on the taxonomic treatment, Glehnia is either monotypic or ditypic (containing one or two species). In the recently-published Jepson Flora, a single species with two subspecies is recognized, while the Flora of China recognizes two species. However it is treated, though, there is agreement that there is a distinction between the taxon that grows […]

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The fruits and seeds of Orlaya grandiflora

Orlaya grandiflora

Published by Daniel Mosquin on September 28, 2017

Orlaya grandiflora, also known as white laceflower, is in the Apiaceae (carrot family). Along with attractive flowers and intriguing fruit, the species provides insight into second century grain shipments. Recent research shows it may also help prevent degenerative and pathological diseases.

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Grassy Point, Hornby Island, Abstracted

Grassy Point Flower Medley

Published by Daniel Mosquin on May 29, 2017

Two photos taken with some haste, out of respect for one of the local resident killdeer who determined I was too close to its nest.

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Eryngium leavenworthii inflorescence

Eryngium leavenworthii

Published by Daniel Mosquin on August 19, 2015

Somehow, I have managed to go through life without once noticing a sea holly. When I saw Don McClane‘s perfectly-captured image of Eryngium leavenworthii, I immediately thought, “what is that, and how can I get one!?”. It turns out species of Eryngium have long been prized by gardeners. Seeds of many species, including Eryngium leavenworthii, […]

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Close-up of the leaves of Azorella trifurcata

Azorella trifurcata

Published by Daniel Mosquin on November 28, 2005

Just like yesterday’s plant, I can’t help myself when I see this plant. I have to touch it. The sensation, though, is quite different–imagine (but I don’t suggest you try it) pushing down with your hand on a swath of keys on your keyboard. That would be very similar to the feeling of pushing down […]

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