This post is part of the Nature Footsteps Floral Macros meme,
and also part of the Our World Tuesday meme,
and also part of the Ruby Tuesday meme.
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Tuesday, 4 February 2014
DESKTOP 187 - KANGAROO PAW
Kangaroo paw is a common name for a number of species, in two genera (Anigozanthos and Macropidia) of the family Haemodoraceae, that are endemic to the south-west of Western Australia. These perennial plants are noted for their unique bird attracting flowers. The tubular flowers are coated with dense hairs and open at the apex with six claw-like structures: from this paw formation the common name "Kangaroo Paw" is derived.
This post is part of the Nature Footsteps Floral Macros meme,
and also part of the Our World Tuesday meme,
and also part of the Ruby Tuesday meme.
This post is part of the Nature Footsteps Floral Macros meme,
and also part of the Our World Tuesday meme,
and also part of the Ruby Tuesday meme.
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what a delightfully interesting flower, they do look like paws; thanks for sharing; have a nice Tuesday
ReplyDeletemuch love...
Love the name of the flowers ~ Gorgeous and colorful photo for OWT ~ thanks,
ReplyDeletecarol, xxx
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