20th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Royalty at every curve
Originally from Southeast Asia, it was introduced in Brazil by the renowned landscape planner Burle Marx under the name The Emperor's Scepter. The flower head shoots up from the ground in bright red conveying visibility and power. While it comes to full maturity, the flower displays curves that resemble the curves of a woman's body.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 10.2020 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2022 |
Photo Location: | Ubatuba, Brazil |
Camera: | DSC-HX50 |
Copyright: | © DENISE Monteiro de Lima Demange |