Strelitzia reginae
Spikes of the popular Strelitzia species unfold from the sheath in this case from right to left. I think this is now the complete array. Note that the sequential unfolding means that the first petals may deteriorate before later ones fully unfold, a hazard for photographers. Still, I think image one passes muster. I like especially the tones and texture of the last purple spike as it emerges.
Strelitzia reginae
Spikes of the popular Strelitzia species unfold from the sheath in this case from right to left. I think this is now the complete array. Note that the sequential unfolding means that the first petals may deteriorate before later ones fully unfold, a hazard for photographers. Still, I think image one passes muster. I like especially the tones and texture of the last purple spike as it emerges.