Toward the end of my walk on the FRC Nature Trail, I came across a tall, or formerly tall, Corn Lily that had been stomped to the ground. I tried to prop it up, but that was futile. The base of the stem was damaged. Then I noticed the beautiful florescence and decided to take some close-ups.
The flowers looked very fresh (click photo for more detail), but I wondered if they would get sufficient water through the damaged stem to complete their life cycle. I, like most people, are probably used to looking at these from a distance. They are impressive in certain settings like high mountain meadows. But a very close look at the flowers is worth more time. One of the most beautiful lilies.
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
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