- More tears...
Lágrima de Cristo (Clerodendron thomsoniae)
Clerodendrum thomsoniae is a species of flowering plant, native to tropical west Africa from Cameroon west to Senegal, but which found in Latin America an environment similar to that of the homeland, conducive to its development. It grows to 4 m (13 ft) tall, with ovate to oblong leaves.
The flowers have a peculiar shape - probably some botanist linked their shape to the possible shape of Jesus' tears during the crucifixion - with four white sepals that come together to form a "tulip" that supports the delicate red inflorescence with four petals and long stamens.
Lágrima de Cristo blooms all year round, especially in Spring and Summer. In temperate areas it requires shelter and an ice-free environment.
It is grown as an ornamental plant for its decorative two-colored flowers.
As if the name of the flower wasn't enough, I added a little more "tears" to the delicate petals.
- More tears...
Lágrima de Cristo (Clerodendron thomsoniae)
Clerodendrum thomsoniae is a species of flowering plant, native to tropical west Africa from Cameroon west to Senegal, but which found in Latin America an environment similar to that of the homeland, conducive to its development. It grows to 4 m (13 ft) tall, with ovate to oblong leaves.
The flowers have a peculiar shape - probably some botanist linked their shape to the possible shape of Jesus' tears during the crucifixion - with four white sepals that come together to form a "tulip" that supports the delicate red inflorescence with four petals and long stamens.
Lágrima de Cristo blooms all year round, especially in Spring and Summer. In temperate areas it requires shelter and an ice-free environment.
It is grown as an ornamental plant for its decorative two-colored flowers.
As if the name of the flower wasn't enough, I added a little more "tears" to the delicate petals.