Vinger-en-duimpie (Finger and thumb)

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Vinger-en-duimpie (Finger and thumb)

This plant resembles a small index finger and thumb - therefore the common name. These plants survive from utilizing the dew that comes in over night from the cold Benguela current on the West coast about 30-60 miles away. A closer look (right hand side of photo) will show the tiny dew drops

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Adrian Russell-Davies

Adrian Russell-Davies 14 Dec 2010

Lovely work! Thanks for the information Wia, I've never seen or heard of these before.

Wia Kotze
Artist Reply: I doubt if you will see them anywhere else Adrian since they are indigenous and it is believed that they survive due to the cold Benguela current (ON the West Coast adjacent to this arid region) that provides the moisture on which they thrive during the night.
Sigridur Bachmann

Sigridur Bachmann 13 Dec 2010

This is a very fascinating ! Very nice representation !

Wia Kotze
Artist Reply: Thank you my friend I am happy that you like my presentation
BILL NAGY

BILL NAGY 11 Dec 2010

GREAT IMAGE, WIA

ruth sears

ruth sears 11 Dec 2010

stunning image!

Wia Kotze
Artist Reply: Thank you Ruth - it is such a pleasure to post images of these fascinating plants