Last but not least, the flower that captivated me... the Nelumbo Nucifera. I had no idea what type of flower this was and the sign (Nelumbo Nucifera) did not help any. The knowledgeble British couple (who travel the world to see flowers) did not know what kind of flower this was either. When I got home, I was very surprised to find out after googling Nelumbo Nucifera that is is the Lotus flower. How did I not know what a lotus flower looked like?
So here you go... my photos of the magnificent lotus flower:
Comments (9)
Absolutely incredible-such beauty and look at the subtle transition of color on the petals and all the fine details. Thank you for sharing this treasure of nature.
Posted by Barbara Cabot | October 8, 2009 3:47 PM
Posted on October 8, 2009 15:47
Girasoli, that is beautiful and your photography is marvelous. Totally gorgeous. If it makes you feel any better, I would not have known it was a lotus either. Ciao!
Posted by Jane | October 8, 2009 5:58 PM
Posted on October 8, 2009 17:58
It's an awesome flower, not doubt about it. I've never seen a lotus in person. Love that little seed pod head thingy in the third photo. Great pics!
Posted by Annie | October 9, 2009 3:46 AM
Posted on October 9, 2009 03:46
Incredibly beatiful - and you captured it soo well.
Posted by menehune | October 9, 2009 8:17 AM
Posted on October 9, 2009 08:17
That is just a beautiful flower. Perfect shape, perfect color.
Posted by Cindy Ruth | October 11, 2009 7:58 AM
Posted on October 11, 2009 07:58
Thanks everyone :) It really is a stunning flower to see in person.
Posted by girasoli | October 11, 2009 8:16 PM
Posted on October 11, 2009 20:16
What beautiful photos! Thanks for sharing them with us!
Posted by nancyhol | October 18, 2009 12:57 PM
Posted on October 18, 2009 12:57
Thanks nancy! :)
Posted by girasoli | October 18, 2009 1:30 PM
Posted on October 18, 2009 13:30
Such a beautiful and perfect flower! And your close-ups are so clear and perfect!
Posted by María I. | October 21, 2009 4:34 PM
Posted on October 21, 2009 16:34