Leucadendron Galpinii









This is an evergreen that is considered a shrub. It blooms in the Springtime and needs constant sun exposure. Though it needs full sun exposure it's water needs are medium. It can grow to 8 feet high and 6 feet wide. It's origin is from South Africa. I found this while at the Botanical Gardens. It seems I gravitate towards the South African garden for it's exotic flavor. I love this shrub and each time I go to the gardens I get more and more shots. These were all taken at different times. Enjoy!

Comments

RNSANE saidā€¦
This reminds me so much of an artichoke. I wonder if it is edible!
SquirrelQueen saidā€¦
I can understand why you like the South African garden if all of the plants are as exotic as this one. The bloom must be beautiful. Great macro shots.
rainfield61 saidā€¦
Oh, I thought I saw a football.

Sorry, 2010 FIFA World Cup is heating up right now.
Unknown saidā€¦
Lovely photos and cool new look to your blog!
Anonymous saidā€¦
Oh Jo, I love the new look of your blog, and the your beautiful photos! Gorgeous!
Secondary Roads saidā€¦
Very interesting. I love the new look.
Joanne Olivieri saidā€¦
Carmen, LOL

Squirrel, yeah I really love the exotics and when in bloom the flower is a pale pink and just gorgeous.

Rainfield, You are a comedian :D

Thanks so much Diane.

Icy, Thanks, I thought I'd try one of bloggers new designs.

Thanks Chuck, have a great weekend
arabesque saidā€¦
wow! i love these shots esp the last foto, just stunning and looks very exotic as i;ve never seen one before! ^0^
Joanne Olivieri saidā€¦
arabesque, yes they are very unique to say the least. Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting.
betchai saidā€¦
oh wow, the first picture is amazing Jo, the bulb looks so perfectly lit and enchants me :)
Joanne Olivieri saidā€¦
betchai, it is pretty cool up close. Thank you :) and have a great weekend.
Ann saidā€¦
Very cool looking plant. I like that second picture the best, the way the shadows are falling on it.
Joanne Olivieri saidā€¦
Ann, thanks, yeah it was pretty cool with those shadows, I couldn't resist :)
Botanical Garden sure has a lot of quirky looking plants huh?
xoxo
Unknown saidā€¦
i like the closeup one.
Rick (Ratty) saidā€¦
This plant looks very similar to one I had pictures of from last year that I never could identify. Mine is a different kind, but maybe they're related. This might give me a small lead on figuring out my plant.

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