Gazania flower. Low growing perennial herb. Markings at petal bases mimic monkey beetles which are attracted in hope of finding potential mates, resulting in pollination. Common in dry grassland and along roadsides

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Gazania flower. Low growing perennial herb. Markings at petal bases mimic monkey beetles which are attracted in hope of finding potential mates, resulting in pollination. Common in dry grassland and along roadsides

ASW-4463
Gazania flower
Widespread in Eastern Cape Province to Mpumalanga. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Gazania krebsiana
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Asteraceae Gazania Petal Petals South Africa Gazanias

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by Alan Weaving, we witness nature's mischievous side as the vibrant yellow petals of ASW-4463, also known as Gazania flower, play a clever trick on unsuspecting monkey beetles. These low-growing perennial herbs have evolved markings at their petal bases that perfectly mimic those of monkey beetles' potential mates. Talk about floral deception! Found commonly in dry grasslands and along roadsides from Eastern Cape Province to Mpumalanga in South Africa, these gazanias are true masters of disguise. By attracting monkey beetles with their alluring patterns, they ensure pollination while simultaneously providing a chance for love to bloom. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape serves as the backdrop for this fascinating botanical spectacle captured by Weaving's lens. The African sun bathes the scene in golden hues, highlighting each delicate petal and intricate detail. Let this stunning image remind us that even in the world of plants and insects, romance knows no bounds! So next time you stumble upon a gazania flower during your travels through South Africa or beyond, take a moment to appreciate its playful strategy - fooling monkey beetles into thinking they've found "the one". Mother Nature truly has an incredible sense of humor!

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