Thursday 14 January 2021

Kameel Stoepstorie: Celosia

Many years ago, we grew cut flowers for the Multiflora flower market in Johannesburg. We planted thousands of Lisianthus but also Eryngiums, Queen Anne Green Mist, Tracheliums and Celosias.

During the last opening of boxes, Hennie discovered a packet of celosia seeds. The seeds germinated and it is now a feast to the eye. If you think it looks familiar - are quite right.  

It is a Cock's Comb in the amaranth family. The generic name is derived from the Ancient Greek word, meaning burning and it refers to the flame-like flower heads. 

The Flamingo Feathered Celocias are beautiful


Till next time 

Sandra


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