A World Of Her Own

by Connie Handscomb

Title

A World Of Her Own

Artist

Connie Handscomb

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Photograph - Photography - Fine Art

Description

I live in my own little world ... but it's ok ... they know me here.
~ Unknown

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Allium
(Latin for garlic)

Family : Alliaceae

This family includes garlic, onions, chives, scallion, shallots and leeks.

There are approximately 690 species of this genus of perennial. Some can grow to 6 ft (1.m) tall, and are used ornamentally, such the Purple Sensation - commonly called the Flowering Onion - which will eventually burst open into a riot of colourful spokes and form a large ball.

The allium does have medicinal value; it helps the body fight against disease and infection, provides relief against skin conditions such as psoriasis.

In European folklore, the plant was a prescription for good luck and protection against evil.

Since the plant emerges from a single bulb, symbolically it is said to represent Unity, as well as Humility and Patience.

Sources:
My apologies! I jotted down the notes ... and forgot to note the sources.

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This allium has unfolded out of its tight constraints, bursting with star-shaped blossoms. The light shining on its pretty globe head is soft and romantic.

Captured in natural light; squared; lightly textured ...... nature in all its splendour ;)

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July 1st, 2017

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