Viola decommissioned
No plants were destroyed during this short study of viola flower morphology. Some flowers were decommissioned.
Delosperma Cooperi, stigma and pollination
An older flower well past its best. With anthers mostly gone the female flower is exposed.
The ovary is spilt into 5 segments.
I think ridges on the outer surface form the stigma. A kind of stuck on klingon for incoming pollen grains.
Delosperma Cooperi, iceplant magic.
Ooh what a tangled web you weave as I first focus to perceive. It was a smart intro in my head but, lost in translation to the page.
Texas Bluebell or Lisianthus.
Soft green leaves. Deep flowers ensure insects will rattle around the interior for a bit before moving on. Nature always has a plan.
Echinocerius Reichenbachii
Echinocerius Reichenbachii cacti throw out large flowers for their size.
They require little attention and thrive happily on my small deck in Kumeu.