When the rains come and the three African Tulip trees (Spathodea campanulata, Tulipán africano, Flame trees, Flame of the Forest) in my apartment complex begin blooming, even grey days are brightened.
As the name suggests, Tulipán africano are native to Africa and I was first captivated by them in the early 1980s when I watched the PBS series, The Flame Trees of Thika, based on the Elspeth Huxley memoir about her early years in Kenya.
Beginning the late 1800s, these ornamental beauties were introduced to other parts of the world — thriving and even becoming invasive in many areas of the tropics.
Bursting with brilliance and providing food and shelter to a multitude of hummingbirds battling for territory and mates, these creations of Mother Nature always beckon me to stop, gaze, and marvel.
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Delightful, oh how I envy you!
I love them and could spend hours watching the hummingbirds flitting around and through the trees.
Wish we had seen them back in Feb. When we were there in your complex, very colorful and very sharp pictures, thanks for sharing to brighten our day too.
Alas in the winter, they have nary a flower nor leaf. But, that makes their appearance in summer all the more special!
So brilliant on the trees, and so incredibly beautiful in their fallen state on the sidewalks as well….
The guys at my apartment complex, who have to sweep, might argue with you! Also, they are incredibly slippery when wet. 😉
Images that make one feel better, especially at this time. What kind of camera did you use for taking these photos?
Yes, especially at this time! I used my little Canon G7X.
I loved Flame Trees of Thika, have never forgotten that image of train going across the plains. Thx for the memory, of the TV show and of beautiful Oaxaca. Hard times at the moment.
I would love to watch that mini series again! Yes, hard times everywhere. We have to make a conscious effort to find beauty to help get us through these days.
Oh so very beautiful. I love it 😀
Thank you!
Stunning!
Yes, they are!
Lovely!
I agree!
Beautiful!!!!