Each bloodroot bloom lasts a scant day at its prime, before petals start for fall, but this has been my favorite woodland spring wildflower from the moment I first saw one.
Name: Cal McGaugh Escondido, California (Zone 10b)
"...this has been my favorite woodland spring wildflower from the moment I first saw one."
And I can see why. They must glow in the sunlight against a dark background.
Great banner, Elizabeth.
I remember finding these in the woods when I was a kid, picking them and getting the red sap all over my hands. We used to paint our faces with it like we were wild Indians in war paint.
Voltaire: "Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities,"
Heartfelt thanks to all of you who took the time to comment of my self-indulgent bloodroot banner, or even just to give it a thumbs up. Much appreciated. ❤🤍❤
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