Doubting Mariposa Lily is a photograph by Jurgen Lorenzen which was uploaded on July 21st, 2019.
Doubting Mariposa Lily
A macro view inside the beautiful flower of a single Doubting Mariposa Lily (Calochortus ambiguus) found in Arches National Park, Utah.... more
Title
Doubting Mariposa Lily
Artist
Jurgen Lorenzen
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
A macro view inside the beautiful flower of a single Doubting Mariposa Lily (Calochortus ambiguus) found in Arches National Park, Utah.
The flowers of Calochortus ambiguus are very pretty, showing the three-fold symmetry and striking colors typical of all members of this genus. Most of each petal is pure white (occasionally tinged light pink), but towards the base is a thin band of dark red-brown then a wider strip of greenish-yellow with prominent yellow hairs, and finally a purplish patch at the base. The six thin stamens are white, topped by purple-maroon anthers, while at the very center is a pale-colored, three-pronged structure. The grass-like leaves grow at the base, and wither away by summer.
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July 21st, 2019
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Comments (20)
Sharon W
Well why on earth would this be named with a 'Doubting' when it looks so very sure of itself! Wonderful perspective in this most excellent macro capture! Getting to see the beauty inside is a treat, and it is a new lily for me! Thank you Jurgen for that wonderful info too!
Janet Marie
Revisiting and promoting your lovely work in the art group, FOR THE LOVE OF FLOWERS!” LF Janet💕
Janet Marie
Congratulations, for the Homepage Feature, in the Art Group, "FOR THE LOVE OF FLOWERS" for Monday, March 8, 2021! You are welcome to submit your featured artwork in the Group's discussion thread “2021 Thanks & Features Archive Flower PHOTOGRAPHY ONLY!" Thank you for sharing your unique flower photography and being a member of the group. like/fave Janet🌼
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