Crameria, Trailing Krameria, Trailing Ratany, Prairie Sandbur, Three Fans (Krame

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htop San Antonio, TX(Zone 8b) Jun 04, 2004

Crameria, Trailing Krameria, Trailing Ratany, Prairie Sandbur, Three Fans
Krameria lanceolata

There are 5 maroon sepals that look like petals. The small bloom is in the center.

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Toxicodendron Piedmont, MO(Zone 6a) Jun 05, 2004

This looks like a wild orchid of some sort. Very pretty and a good photo.

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htop San Antonio, TX(Zone 8b) Jun 05, 2004

I am just fascinated with this unusual bloom. The maroon colored sepals look like bloom petals which I thought they were until I did some research and examined the photo more closely. The whole structure is quite small. I had never noticed this plant before. Thanks for your comments.

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htop San Antonio, TX(Zone 8b) Jun 05, 2004

I am just fascinated with this unusual bloom. The maroon colored sepals look like bloom petals which I thought they were until I did some research and examined the photo more closely. The whole structure is quite small. There is a wonderful sheen to it and it was difficult to capture the maroon without the sunlight's reflection wiping out the color as shown on the back 2 sepals. At first, I was disappointed that these sepals were "spotty" in color. Then, I decided that it was "a good thing" because the actual bloom shows up well. I had never noticed this plant before. Thanks for your comments.

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rainewalker New Berlin, WI(Zone 5b) May 12, 2010

Beautiful image of this bloom. I often have a difficult time getting sharp close-ups as it's often windy along the ridge where I explore, and all the flowers seem to want to dance in the breeze :).

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htop San Antonio, TX(Zone 8b) May 12, 2010

Thanks. I sure know what you mean about dancing flowers! :o)

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