3456 x 5184 px | 29,3 x 43,9 cm | 11,5 x 17,3 inches | 300dpi
Data acquisizione:
14 marzo 2016
Ubicazione:
Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
Altre informazioni:
Callistemon species have commonly been referred to as bottlebrushes because of their cylindrical, brush like flowers resembling a traditional bottle brush. They are mostly found in the more temperate regions of Australia, especially along the east coast and typically favor moist conditions so when planted in gardens thrive on regular watering. However, two species are found in Tasmania and several others in the south-west of Western Australia. At least some species are drought-resistant and some are used in ornamental landscaping elsewhere in the world. The genus Callistemon was first formally described in 1814 by Robert Brown. This close-up photo was made here in Madeira, where we have some "Martinete Chorao" ( this is the Portuguese name of this nice flower) bushes all around the island.