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Streptocarpus "Kiegtsu"
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This is from the Ladyslipper series of Streptocarpus. A flowering plant of the mountainous and shady areas of South Africa. Sometimes called Cape Primrose although it is in no way related to true primrose. It's kind of a plant without a home - sometimes it's with orchids since it is similar and sometimes with African violets. I liked the waterfall effect of the way it grows - my Fx2 for this week.

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.rvdb
04/17/15 4:40 PM GMT
It's kind of a plant without a home........

Kathy but it has a home now.... here on Caedes. Nice shot on this looking forward to any other homeless flowers :0)

Rob
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::corngrowth
04/17/15 7:09 PM GMT
Kathy, the Dutch name for the a Cape Primrose (an african violet) is 'Kaaps Viooltje' (Cape Violet).
Like the waterfall effect of this species too. Very appropriate for Foofy Friday.
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::jerseygurl
04/17/15 7:21 PM GMT
The colors of these flowers are outstanding Kathy. The waterfall effect adds even more character - lovely post for Foofy Friday. Nicely done!!!:-):-):-)!!!
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.susanlynn
04/17/15 8:09 PM GMT
A very lovely plant with beautiful blossoms and You've captured it very nicely Kathy.
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.GIGIBL
04/17/15 9:01 PM GMT
Great foofy very well captured.
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::tigger3
04/17/15 11:07 PM GMT
They are truly gorgeous foofies, and perfect for a posting today.
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::0930_23
04/17/15 11:37 PM GMT
Scrumptious, Kathy.

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People are like cameras--sometimes they lose focus.
::Jimbobedsel
04/17/15 11:56 PM GMT
Way gorgeous and then some. Fantastic post for Fx2. I hope your weather was as good as ours was today. 76F and sunny.
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.icedancer
04/18/15 12:05 AM GMT
Fantastisc Friday Foofy (F3) posting, fantastic colours and presentation is perfect
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.Joanie
04/18/15 12:30 AM GMT
Beautiful! I love the dark center and all of its details. Superb shot Kathy!!!!
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::Constance52347
04/18/15 1:27 AM GMT
Never seen this one before...I like the contrasting colors.
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::Ramad
04/18/15 6:30 AM GMT
Unusual and beautiful flowers and a nice capture of it Kathy.
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::luckyshot
04/18/15 11:22 AM GMT
Beautifully done, Kathy!
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.Eubeen
04/19/15 8:57 PM GMT
This is the first time I've heard about homeless flowers. We should hold a fundraiser for them. Lovely colours and nice details in the photo, Kathy.
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