APRIL 7 and 8, 2020: A WALK DOWN "HIGHWAY 36," AND DRAGONS NORTH (and a Zen sunset at home)
South of Kalabara Cave is a trail marked by a highway sign as "36." It used to be a 2-track road, but now is impassable except by foot. I have been told that putting up such signs officially counts as "highway maintenance" for purposes of obtaining federal grants. So, the little trail will likely continue to be marked as Highway 36 as long as federal funds are available for such.
The following day, we hiked to Dragons North, which gave one of the best shows we have seen down there this year.
And also, a nice, Zen sunset, as seen just across Beach Road from my apartment (and office).
Read MoreThe following day, we hiked to Dragons North, which gave one of the best shows we have seen down there this year.
And also, a nice, Zen sunset, as seen just across Beach Road from my apartment (and office).
BEACH HIBISCUS (Hibiscus tiliaceus)
There are actually 2 species which I get confused. The other is Rosewood (Thespesia populnea). Both of these have similar leaves and flowers. And the flowers of both are pretty, but somewhat drab yellow, when on the tree. The flowers tend to drop whole, and then develop rich maroon hues. So the flowers are actually much prettier and more showy about a day after they drop from the tree. I believe that the rosewood is yellow on the tip of the stigma, while the beach hibiscus is maroon, as in these. If anyone knows for sure how to distinguish the flowers of these 2 species, please comment below.
OptimImagery
on April 11, 2020Yours was quite good, also. Thanks!
BeverLi Joi
on April 11, 2020love them
BeverLi Joi
on April 11, 2020I loved the shot I got of these beauties.....and I love yours more. You have a great eye~~~