Poster Print : Hottentot Fig (Carpobrotus edulis f. rubescens) from South Africa, widely naturalised in south Europe. Crete
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Hottentot Fig (Carpobrotus edulis f. rubescens) from South Africa, widely naturalised in south Europe. Crete
ROG-13284
Hottentot Fig
from South Africa, widely naturalised in south Europe. Crete
Carpobrotus edulis var. rubescens
Bob Gibbons
Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way.
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Crete Figs Fleshy Flowering Plant Greece Introduced Invasive Mediterranean Naturalised South African Succulent
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the vibrant beauty of the Hottentot Fig from South Africa into your home with our stunning poster print by renowned wildlife photographer Bob Gibbons. This captivating image showcases the Carpobrotus edulis var. rubescens, also known as the Hottentot Fig or Porkbush, as it thrives in its natural habitat in South Africa and its widely naturalised environment in south Europe, specifically Crete. This high-quality poster print is perfect for adding a touch of exotic flair to any room, and makes for a great conversation starter. Please note that these prints are intended for personal display purposes only.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.6cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Bob Gibbons captures the vibrant spirit of Crete with this stunning print featuring the Hottentot Fig! This Mediterranean beauty, native to South Africa but now widely naturalized in southern Europe, brings a burst of color and life to any landscape. With its fleshy, succulent leaves and captivating pink flowers, it's no wonder this invasive plant has found a new home on the picturesque island of Crete. As we admire this enchanting fig species through Bob's lens, let us marvel at nature's ability to adapt and thrive in unexpected places. The Hottentot Fig serves as a reminder that even across continents, plants can find common ground and create breathtaking scenes for us all to enjoy. While some may see it as an introduced species or an invader, let's appreciate the sheer resilience and tenacity of this South African gem. Its presence adds diversity to European flora while providing nectar for local pollinators. So next time you find yourself strolling along the shores of Greece or exploring the charming streets of Crete, keep an eye out for these delightful pops of pink. And remember Bob Gibbons' incredible talent for capturing Mother Nature at her most playful!
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