Bottlebrush flower, Johannesburg 2007
Bottlebrush plants (named for the distinctive shape of their flowers) are native to Australia but are very happy in South Africa where they adorn road verges and gardens. They range in size from ground-hugging shrubs to trees of 10m or more and are members of the Myrtle family. This one lives in a friend's garden in Johannesburg and was at the height of its flowering cycle when I visited just over a year ago.
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Nice shot, Jeanne.
We also have lots of this bushes growing here in CA.
How beautiful, Jeanne. I’ve never seen or heard of this plant before.
What a wonderfull flower …can you use it for cooking or is just decoration…just kidding
A great picture! I’ve never seen such a lovely flower.
A beautiful flower. Beautiful shot!
Paz
You must know that I think you’re a remarkable photographer, but do you know how much I appreciate these pics??? It grows on one – just have to pop in to come and have a look at your photograph, even when I’m not home.
This is so vibrant and interesting. Great photo!