Glass Coaster : Kapok flower - Australian aborigines used the flowers and bark to make a drink when suffering a fever. The cottonwool from the pod was used for stuffing cushions and for body decoration. Kimberleys Western Australia
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Kapok flower - Australian aborigines used the flowers and bark to make a drink when suffering a fever. The cottonwool from the pod was used for stuffing cushions and for body decoration. Kimberleys Western Australia
DH-3218
Kapok flower
Kimberleys Western Australia.
Cochlospermum fraseri
Australian aborigines used the flowers and bark to make a drink when suffering a fever. The cottonwool from the pod was used for stuffing cushions and for body decoration.
Don Hadden
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Kapok Medicinal Traditional Medicine
Glass Coaster
Individual Glass Coaster. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (10x10cm, 7mm thick). Price shown is per individual coaster.
Individual Glass Coaster. Elegant polished safety toughened glass and heat resistant, matching Place Mats are also available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 7.6cm x 5.1cm (3" x 2")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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.
Kapok Fever Remedy - From Fluff to Fashion!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by Don Hadden, we are transported to the enchanting Kimberleys of Western Australia. The star of the show? DH-3218, a vibrant Kapok flower that holds a fascinating history within its delicate petals. Long ago, Australian aborigines discovered the incredible powers hidden in these blossoms and bark. When fever struck their communities, they ingeniously concocted a refreshing drink from them - nature's very own remedy! But that's not all; they also put the cottonwool from the pod to good use. It became their secret weapon for stuffing cushions and adorning their bodies with unique decorations. As we gaze at this single yellow beauty captured in time, it reminds us of the wonders found in our natural world. This Australian gem not only adds color to our surroundings but has been an integral part of traditional medicine for generations. Let DH-3218 be a reminder that there is more than meets the eye when it comes to plants and wildlife. Beyond their aesthetic appeal lies centuries-old wisdom waiting to be explored. So next time you spot a kapok flower or any other botanical marvels around you, take a moment to appreciate their hidden stories and potential medicinal properties – just like those resourceful Australian aborigines did long ago!
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