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Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Plume in Bloom


A few days ago here on the grounds of COC the first flowers began to appear on the Apache Plume. The plant is related to the Rose Family, and when in bloom it is covered in creamy white flowers. Apache Plume is so-named because of the feathery plumes that sprout from the tips of its branches; these plumes resemble the war bonnets worn by Apache Indians. Apache Plume is often found along the banks of rocky arroyos. When hundreds of these 5- to 6-foot bushes are blossoming, they provide a stunning sight in the austere landscape.

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