Cup of Gold by cfulton
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Description
Solandra maxima, also known as Golden Chalice Vine, Cup of Gold or Hawaiian Lily, is a vigorous vine which is endemic to Mexico, Central America and northern South America. It has very large yellow flowers and glossy leaves.
I spotted this vine growing next to the road on a garden fence. Ironically it is right near the turn-off to Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa.
This is a wonderful bloom about 22cm (8 1/2in) in diameter. The pods are easily that long as well. Apparently it has hallucinogenic properties too.
Have a great week,
Clive
Comments (16)
Really incredible detail! Beautiful soft color! Love it.
Huge! I didn't expect that till I read you description! A lovely pic!
Awesome flower, equally awesome capture!
When I saw the picture, I thought the flower was maybe an inch across. !!! That thing is huge! It must be an impressive sight to see. The change in scale (in my mind, at least), made this go from "oh, how lovely," to WOW!!
Excellent image Clive with amazing detail! I need some to sniff! straight face Well done indeed! :)
Beautiful image!
marvelous shot!
Awesome flower and shot! Very well done :)
wonderful picture!!!! Great!!!!
Beautiful...
Marvelous.
Fantastic color, detail and veining Clive. At 22cm - more like a bucket of gold. They are huge! Dana
Superb macro and colors !
Wonderful capture Clive.
great shot!!!!
Fabulous looking flower.. brilliant colours! Outstanding.. Such names! Rob....