Antique Framed Print : Desert dodder, parasitising white bur-sage or burro bush (Ambrosia dumosa)
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Desert dodder, parasitising white bur-sage or burro bush (Ambrosia dumosa)
ROG-11884
Desert dodder, parasitising white bur-sage or burro bush (Ambrosia dumosa)
USA
Cuscuta denticulata
Bob Gibbons
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Media ID 3751782
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14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.2cm (9.6" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Nature's Sneaky Love Affair - Desert Dodder and Burro Bush Caught in a Tangled Tango!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by Bob Gibbons, we witness an enchanting dance of survival between two unlikely partners - the notorious Desert Dodder and its unsuspecting host, the White Bur-Sage or Burro Bush. As if straight out of a botanical soap opera, these mixed species take center stage in a thrilling tale of parasitic passion! With its vibrant orange hue contrasting against the arid desert backdrop, the delicate flower of the Desert Dodder adds an unexpected touch of beauty to this wild affair. This cunning parasite skillfully wraps itself around its unwitting victim, Ambrosia dumosa (aka White Bur-Sage), stealing nutrients and water for its own gain. But don't be fooled by their seemingly one-sided relationship! The resilient Burro Bush fights back with every ounce of strength it possesses. It valiantly resists being smothered by this floral freeloader while continuing to thrive amidst adversity. This snapshot captures not only a mesmerizing moment but also serves as a reminder that even in nature's harshest environments, life finds a way to adapt and coexist. So next time you find yourself wandering through North America's vast deserts, keep your eyes peeled for this intriguing love story unfolding right beneath your feet!
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