Geraldton wax flower

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Very tiny, intricate flowers that look like they are made from wax

The unerringly fake-looking flowers of Geraldton wax appear now and emphasise the beauty that can be found outdoors in winter.

This shrub is native to Western Australia, taken in my front garden using available light. The background was fortunately in deep shade. Pentax K20d, Sigma 50mm 2.8 DG Macro lens, 1/8 sec. @ f11, 100 ISO, Tripod. Featured in:- Australian Native Plants 07/02/11 Flowers - Fruits - Berries & Vegetables Group 04/03/11 189 Views 23/08/11

I found this shrub blooming in the San Francisco Botanical Garden in Golden Gate Park. According to the tag, it is a cultivar of Chamelaucium uncinatum named "Lady Stephanie". The common name is Geraldton Wax. The species is originally from western Australia.

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