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Sheryl (808) 268-2220 Cell
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That is a cool picture! I wish that I was there to see it live!
Mike & Sherly,
I have never seen anything like this. What is it?
Hi Mike & Sheryl,
What kind of plant is that?? It looks really cool :~)
The Haleakala Silversword is found only on the island of Maui on the slopes of Mt. Haleakala, a dormant volcano. They grow in volcanic cinder, and the leaves are covered with silver hairs. The skin and hairs are strong enough to resist the wind and freezing temperatures and protect the plant from dehydration. My photo shows a young plant on the right, next to an older one at the end of its life. The plant flowers only once during a life span of up to 50 years, then withers and dies. It is a threatened species that is strictly monitored and protected by the government.
Thank you all for stopping by to take a look.
Mike
Hi Mike & Sheryl I wanted to payback a visit ..thanks for the visit to my blog. You blessed two...living in Maui
What a dream...that is wonderful and you photography is wonderful. This picture is amazing Will talk soon
I have never heard of that plant, and the story is very interesting! I love how plants, animals and all things natural adapt to their surroundings, growing in the only place that will sustain them...Love it...
June & Cheryl - Thank you both for stopping by, and for your kind comments.
Mike
Never heard of this plant before but, it surely does make for a great 'subject' for a photograph! Your area is just FILLED with beautiful treasures!
Debe - Everywhere I look is another thing of beauty. We are truly blessed to live on this little piece of tropical paradise. Thanks for stopping by to take a look, and for all your help with my HTML :-)
Mike
Now there's a very interesting, furry looking .... plant?? :)
The smaller one reminds me of a porcupine.
One day, I hope to see you in (your) paradise. :)
Sylvie - Sheryl and I will be looking forward to your visit!
Mike
WOW - you guys live in Hawaii and actually have plants that wear Hula skirts. TOO COOL ;-)
Hi Mike and Sheryl: How tall is that plant? I am just curious - couldn't tell size in the photo.
Thanks
:)
Gail - You're right...I never looked at it like that before :-)
Matt - Maybe this photo will give you a better idea!
LOL and I love the new photo....later dudes :-)
Wow! This is remarkable! Since I've never been to Maui - I have never seen this plant. It is extremely interesting, and thanks for sharing the story.Leave it to Ms. Gail's imagination to see the hula skirt!!!!
Debi
Cool. You need to join the "Inspired by Nature" Group. We're having a Contest momentarily.
Gail, Debi and Russel- Thank you all for stopping by. I will never look at a Silversword the same way again :-) I'm off to check out the contest in "Inspired by Nature."
Mike
Hey, Mike.
We're announcing the "Inspired by Nature" contest tomorrow -- Finally.