Monday, August 17, 2009

Pilewort

That's an odd name, isn't it? Pilewort, Erechtites hieraciifolia, distilled to its essential oil, is used to treat hemorrhoids. So, I guess it makes sense. But why it has a synonym of Fireweed might make me feel a bit concerned about its application...







Going in another direction, here's a glimpse of a dragonfly in action. It's my first try at macro movie making, slow motion editing, and working with Vimeo.




On Sunday I sadly bid goodbye to my fine neighbors, Jim and Jill. Long time readers will remember Jim--he helped me get maple blossoms shots back in early spring. Best of luck in your new home, folks. You've been great neighbors! :-)

And lastly, this weekend for a real treat I visited a couple of botanical art exhibits:
NESBA Flowers Of Summer
Sarah Roche at Paul Pratt Memorial Library
I am a huge fan of botanical art and am so amazed by the work of artists. For interested locals, both exhibits are running through the month of August.

2 comments:

  1. VERY funny opening paragraph... makes me wonder what they make "Boudreaux's Butt Paste" out of... yup, it's a real product- found right on the shelves of our local pharmacy! Ok, like you said, "going in another direction...." :-)
    What a great little video- I must say that I never knew that dragonflies moved and twisted their heads like that- fascinating!!
    And what a treat for you to have seen those botanical art exhibits- do you know about this website?
    http://artplantaetoday.com/
    It's one of my favorites; enjoy!
    ~gretchen

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  2. This weed must be the butt of many a joke. ;-)

    Yes, I'm on the ArtPlantae mailing list. Thanks! :-) I liked the exhibits so much that I may revisit this weekend.

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