Framed Print : Kapok - After flowering green barrel-shaped fruits approximately 8cm long are produced. Australian aborigines used a bark and flower decoction which they drank for fevers
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Kapok - After flowering green barrel-shaped fruits approximately 8cm long are produced. Australian aborigines used a bark and flower decoction which they drank for fevers
DH-3343
Kapok - After flowering green barrel-shaped fruits approximately 8cm long are produced
Manning Gorge in the Kimberleys, Western Australia.
Cochlospermum fraseri
Australian aborigines used a bark and flower decoction which they drank for fevers. The mature hairy seeds were used for body decoration and stuffing for cushions. It flowers in the Dry Season at which time all leaves fall.
This species prefers rocky hill slopes and ridges.
Don Hadden
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22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the beauty of the Australian outback into your home with our stunning framed print of "Kapok - After Flowering" by Don Hadden. This captivating image showcases the green barrel-shaped fruits of the Kapok tree, which are approximately 8cm long and are produced after flowering. A favorite subject among nature enthusiasts, this print is a must-have for those who appreciate the unique wonders of the natural world. The Manning Gorge in the Kimberleys, Western Australia, serves as the breathtaking backdrop for this exquisite photograph. Display it proudly in your living room, office, or any space that could use a touch of nature's magic.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.4cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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 Versatile Wonder - Kapok - More Than Just a Pretty Flower!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, witness the incredible life cycle of DH-3343, also known as Kapok. From its vibrant green barrel-shaped fruits to its unique medicinal properties, this Australian aboriginal plant is truly remarkable. Once flowering season ends, these fascinating fruits emerge and grow up to 8cm long. But wait, there's more! Australian aborigines ingeniously used the bark and flower decoction of Kapok for fevers – talk about natural remedies! But that's not all; the mature hairy seeds of this plant were utilized for body decoration and even as stuffing for cushions. Who knew a humble seed could be so versatile? Photographed near Manning Gorge in Western Australia's Kimberleys region, it becomes evident that DH-3343 thrives on rocky hill slopes and ridges. Mother Nature sure knows how to pick her favorite spots! So next time you come across a kapok tree during your adventures Down Under, take a moment to appreciate its beauty and remember its rich history. This extraordinary plant proves that nature always has something surprising up her sleeve.
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