Spotted Jewelweed
Jewelweed is a common, native wildflower of eastern North America which has begun blossoming in this area. This plant is well-known for its exploding seed pods (explosive dehiscence) which can be triggered by touch. Thus, another name for it is “Touch-me-not”. Its juices have been used as a remedy for poison ivy or other skin irritations. The aspect of Jewelweed that fascinates me the most, though, is the apparent tendency for its leaves to collect copious drops of rain or dew on the surface that can give the appearance of jewels. This may be the source of the name “Jewelweed”. I have been attempting to capture the beauty of nature’s extravagant “jewelry”- water drops - on the leaves and flowers of this plant, though it is really a challenge to do so.
For best effect be sure to click on L for most magnification.
Vischer Ferry Nature and Historic Preserve
Spotted Jewelweed
Jewelweed is a common, native wildflower of eastern North America which has begun blossoming in this area. This plant is well-known for its exploding seed pods (explosive dehiscence) which can be triggered by touch. Thus, another name for it is “Touch-me-not”. Its juices have been used as a remedy for poison ivy or other skin irritations. The aspect of Jewelweed that fascinates me the most, though, is the apparent tendency for its leaves to collect copious drops of rain or dew on the surface that can give the appearance of jewels. This may be the source of the name “Jewelweed”. I have been attempting to capture the beauty of nature’s extravagant “jewelry”- water drops - on the leaves and flowers of this plant, though it is really a challenge to do so.
For best effect be sure to click on L for most magnification.
Vischer Ferry Nature and Historic Preserve