Keywords:
wildflowers, flora, funga, plants, trees, state flowers, insects
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Ocotillo blossoms.
Ocotillo blossoms, Big Bend National Park, Texas, March 18, 2025
A cluster of vivid red flowers stands out against a clear blue sky, drawing attention to their intricate shapes and delicate petals. The scene captures the beauty of nature during daylight hours.
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Backlit Yucca Plant
Backlit Dasylirion wheeleri Yucca at Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Texas, March 22, 2025.
Dense clusters of sharp green leaves spread out vibrantly, soaking in bright midday sunlight. The lush foliage offers a striking view of nature's greenery.
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Mountain Bluebell Flowers.
Mountain Bluebell, Mertensia ciliata. Snake River Canyon, Teton County, Wyoming May 30, 2010.
Delicate clusters of blue wildflowers bloom gracefully amidst lush green foliage, showcasing the vibrant colors of spring in a serene natural environment.
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Small Wyoming mushroom.
Small mushroom, Alpine Junction, Lincoln County, Wyoming.
A yellow-brown mushroom stands tall amidst vibrant greenery in a forest setting. Morning light filters through the leaves, highlighting its rounded cap and slender stem.
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Bumblebee on Dandelion flower.
Bumblebee on Dandelion flower, Alpine Junction, Lincoln County, Wyoming. June 5, 2010.
A bumblebee busily gathers pollen from a vibrant yellow dandelion in a garden setting. The flower blooms under a clear blue sky, showcasing the beauty of nature in spring.
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Alpine Forget-Me-Not flowers.
Alpine Forget-Me-Not (Myosotis sylvatica var. alpestris), Windy Ridge, near Dubois, Fremont County, Wyoming. June 22, 2010. Blossoms are approx. 1/4-inch (6mm) diameter.
Bright blue flowers with yellow centers stand out against lush green moss. This vibrant display of nature illustrates the beauty of springtime flora in a serene landscape.
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Alpine Forget-Me-Not wilflowers.
Forget-Me-Not, Myosotis sylvatica var. alpestris, Windy Ridge, Fremont County, Wyoming. June 22, 2010.
Delicate blue wildflowers with yellow centers cover a vibrant green area, basking in sunlight. The scene is filled with a sense of warmth and growth in nature.
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Cushion Phlox wildflowers.
Cushion phlox, Phlox pulvinata, wildflowers, Windy Ridge, Fremont County, Wyoming. June 22, 2010.
Clusters of small white flowers with yellow centers thrive in a vibrant green setting, showcasing nature's beauty in a serene forest during the spring season.
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Varileaf Cinquefoil.
Varileaf cinquefoil, Potentilla glaucophylla, Smiths Fork Road, Commissary Ridge, Lincoln County, Wyoming. July 3, 2010.
Vibrant yellow wildflowers showcase their beauty in a sunlit meadow. This scene captures the essence of spring with flowers opening under the warm sunlight.
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A single varileaf cinquefoil blossom.
Varileaf cinquefoil, Potentilla glaucophylla, Smiths Fork Road, Commissary Ridge, Lincoln County, Wyoming. July 3, 2010.
A vibrant yellow flower stands out in the green surroundings, showcasing its petals and center under clear daylight, typical of spring bloom.
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Scarlet Gilia.
Scarlet Gilia (Ipomopsis aggregata), Greys River Canyon, Lincoln County, Wyoming. July 4, 2010.
A vibrant red star-shaped flower displays its unique petals surrounded by green foliage. The picture captures this bloom in full sunlight, showcasing its delicate beauty.
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Indian Paintbrush.
Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja linafiifolia), Lincoln County, Wyoming. July 4, 2010.
A vibrant orange wildflower stands tall amongst green foliage under clear blue skies. Its unique shape and bright color attract attention in the serene landscape.
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Indian Paintbrush.
Indian Paintbrush Wildflowers, Wyoming State Flower. August 15, 2010.
Vivid wildflowers with orange and red hues blossom amidst lush green foliage in a mountainous area, showcasing nature's beauty during summer. The sunlight enhances their vibrant colors.
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Red berries.
Red berries and tree leaves, Alpine Junction, Wyoming. August 15, 2010.
Clusters of small red berries hang amidst lush green leaves, highlighting the beauty of nature. The scene captures the essence of late summer or early autumn with rich colors.
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Red berries and leaves.
Red berries and tree leaves, Alpine Junction, Wyoming. October 10, 2010.
Clusters of small red berries hang amidst lush green leaves, highlighting the beauty of nature. The scene captures the essence of late summer or early autumn with rich colors.
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Northern Cinquefoil.
Northern Cinquefoil (Potentilla villosa), near Greys River, Lincoln County, Wyoming. July 17, 2011.
A vibrant yellow wildflower stands out against a lush green background. Sunlight illuminates its petals, creating a cheerful spring atmosphere in the meadow.
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Northern Cinquefoil.
Yellow Wildflowers with prominent stamens, Northern Cinquefoil, Potentilla villosa. July 17, 2011.
Two bright yellow flowers emerge from a verdant meadow, showcasing their vibrant petals against a backdrop of soft green foliage in full bloom during summer.
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Blue Gilia wildflower.
Purple Wildflower with prominent stamens, Blue Gilia, Gilia rigidula. July 17, 2011.
A stunning purple flower showcases its unique petals in a vibrant green meadow. The floral display occurs under bright spring sunlight, attracting attention with its beauty.
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Tolmey Owlclover.
Tolmey Owlclover, (Orthocarpus luteus) near Greys River, Lincoln County, Wyoming. July 17, 2011.
Vibrant yellow flowers with a unique structure emerge from green succulent plants, thriving in a rocky landscape under bright sunlight in spring.
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Great Purple Monkey-flower.
Bright Pink Wildflower with prominent stamens, Great Purple Monkey-flower, Lewis' Monkeyflower, Pink Monkey-flower, Erythranthe lewisii. August 20, 2011.
Bright pink flower displays its intricate petals and delicate structure in a lush garden. Sunlight illuminates the vibrant colors, highlighting its unique beauty.
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Chaparral clematis.
White wildflower, Chaparral clematis, seed structure, 'Bad Hair Day'? August 20, 2011.
A striking wildflower displays its feathery, wispy structures standing tall in a vibrant green field. Sunlight highlights the flower's unusual texture amidst surrounding vegetation.
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Indian Paintbrush
Red Indian Paintbrush Wildflower, Castilleja linariifolia, Wyoming State Flower. August 20, 2011.
A striking cluster of red wildflowers stands proudly against a blurred green forest background. Sunlight highlights the delicate petals, creating a lively atmosphere.
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Red berries.
Red berries on plant stalk, with green leaves background, Greys River Canyon, Wyoming. September 5, 2011.
Bright red berries are clustered on a delicate stem, surrounded by lush green leaves in a vibrant forest. The sunlight illuminates the scene, enhancing the colors.
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Small red wildflower
Red Wildflower, with plant stalk and leaves, blurred background, Snake River Canyon, Wyoming. September 24, 2011.
A vibrant red flower stands tall among the green grass, soaking up the sun. Surrounding foliage enhances its striking appearance in a tranquil afternoon setting.
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Foxglove wildflowers
Foxglove, Digitalis purpurea, near Youngs River, Clatsop County, Oregon, August 8, 2012.
Clusters of pink foxglove flowers display their spotted interiors, drawing attention in a wild setting during the spring season, highlighting nature's beauty and detail.
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Texas Bluebonnets
Bluebonnet wildflowers, Lupinus texensis, Texas state flower, near New Braunfels, Comal County, Texas. March 30, 2014.
Lush bluebonnet flowers cover the field, showcasing their rich blue and purple hues. Green foliage complements the vibrant blossoms against a clear sky, typical of spring in Texas.
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A single Texas Bluebonnet flower
Texas Bluebonnet, Lupinus texensis. March 30, 2014, near New Braunfels Texas. Texas state flower.
A bluebonnet flower stands tall, highlighting its striking blue and yellow hues. Captured in a natural setting, these blooms symbolize the beauty of spring.
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Texas Bluebonnets
Bluebonnet wildflowers, Lupinus texensis, Texas state flower, near New Braunfels, Comal County, Texas, March 30, 2014.
A vast field filled with blooming bluebonnet flowers creates a stunning visual against the backdrop of a clear sky during springtime. Sunlight enhances the vibrant colors.
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Texas Bluebonnet
Bluebonnet wildflowers, Lupinus texensis, Texas state flower, near New Braunfels, Comal County, Texas, March 30, 2014.
A cluster of bluebonnets displays their stunning purple and white petals under bright sunlight in a lush green field. The spring season brings out the beauty of this wildflower.
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Cholla Cactus
Backlit Cholla cactus, just before sunset, Tucson Mountain Park, near Tucson Arizona, May 5, 2023.
Cholla cacti stand prominently in a desert setting, illuminated by warm golden light. The rugged terrain and distant mountains create a captivating natural backdrop.
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White Bark Pine pollen cone.
A bright red White Bark Pine pollen cone, Beartooth Highway, June 17, 2023.
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Arrowleaf Balsomroot
A field of Arrowleaf Balsomroot (Balsamorhiza sagittata), Poison Meadows, near LaBarge Creek, Lincoln County,Wyoming. Original image on slide film.
A lush field filled with bright yellow wildflowers stretches across the landscape under a clear blue sky. The scene captures the essence of summer in a mountain region, rich with natural beauty.
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Pink and Purple Wildflower
Purple and Pink Wildflower, Geranium Viscosissimum, Sticky Purple Geranium, prominent stamens. July 17, 2011.
Close-up view of a pink flower showcasing its fine details including vibrant stamens and soft petals, set against a dark background that enhances its beauty in spring.
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Pink and Purple Wildflower.
Purple and Pink Wildflower, Geranium Viscosissimum, Sticky Purple Geranium. July 17, 2011.
Bright pink flower showcases vibrant veining against a backdrop of lush green foliage.
