Green-headed cone flowers bloom from July to September. Their name comes from the yellow ray flowers that surround a green disk. As the disc flowers mature, they turn brown, making identification harder. When the ray flowers first open they extend outward, producing a three inch diameter flower; but as they mature they droop downward, making their diameter appear smaller. The flower's other name "Autumn Sun" is derived from the German name "Herbstsonne". The photo was taken at the Tuileries gardens in Paris on October 12, 2007.
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gerry logan 21 Mar 2008
What a grand flower and you have done it justic here great jobv blair 03 Mar 2008
Gorgeous!!Robin Brown 02 Mar 2008
You get around young lady & your photographs are our reward. XXHiromi Green 01 Mar 2008
Wow, sweet Banana :-) This is so lovely and great shot!KC CHANG 01 Mar 2008
FABULOUS!!