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Related: About this forumTower-of-Jewels (Echium wildpretii)
Taken two weeks ago at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA. The plant is growing in a ceramic planter in the reflecting pool. Echium wildpretii is endemic to the Canary Islands, Spain, and grows mainly in ravines around Mount Teide, a volcano on the island Tenerife.

CaliforniaPeggy
(154,024 posts)They almost look like they could walk.
Very exotic.
Mousetoescamper
(6,253 posts)There were a half-dozen or so of these plants there. A docent said it's rumored that between 3 and 4 AM (the witching hour) the Towers roam the greenhouse seeking trespassing photographers which, if found, they devour with great relish (usually pickle).
Thanks!
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SheltieLover
(68,450 posts)Ty for sharing!
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area51
(12,318 posts)almost looks like a Christmas tree.
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Easterncedar
(4,426 posts)Thanks to you, mousetoescamper, for giving me the idea.
Mousetoescamper
(6,253 posts)You are most welcome, Easterncedar!
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Diamond_Dog
(37,124 posts)Your photo shows lots of clear detail. Very nice! The curved one is indeed Seuss-ical!
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