Showing posts with label Queensland bush orchid. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Queensland bush orchid. Show all posts

Sunday, September 25, 2011

Nature offers an escape from bodily discomfort





The Queensland bush orchid (Cymbidium caniculatum) growing on a dead tree trunk in our garden here at Mitchell, has opened up its first flower!

With over 30 flower spikes (each containing up to 40 small flowers) growing from a dense clump of tough leaves, I think this year's flowering will be the best ever.

When it's in full bloom I'll take another photo to share with you. Meanwhile I'll show you the development to date -- including a photo of the first flower.

Beauty abounds in Nature and offers all of our senses the opportunity to escape from bodily discomfort.

No matter where you live, to have a love of Nature is a priceless gift.

PS
And yes, I am feeling much better today, thank you for your good wishes.