I had seen the larger, mature version of these in dried arrangements. And, I have heard these called Japanese Lantern Trees. But, when I google that, a lot of different types of tree appear, including this one. So, if you know any more about this type of tree, please let me know!
I have prepared this post so as to participate in Nature Notes over at RamblingWoods.com. Nature Notes is a lot of fun - we get together weekly to show and tell what nature is up to in our parts of the world!
unusual and lovely, as always.
ReplyDeleteNo Tale Tues this week. Too worn down. That happens sometimes.
I know what you mean - its the weather, I think. Thanks for coming by and commenting though!
DeleteI assume they hold seeds from the tree. They are a lovely color. Great photos.
ReplyDeleteYes - I think they are a type of seed pod...really different though. Thanks!
DeleteWhat fun spotting these lovely pods.
ReplyDeleteThe little ones really are so cute, and you can pop them between your thumb and forefinger :)
DeleteHmmm..that is what I love about you Libby..you love a good nature mystery.. I hope someone knows as I don't... Funny that we look similar.. hopefully you don't have my extra chins.. LOL...Michelle
ReplyDeleteYou look great! I DO love a mystery don't I? LOL! There are so many in nature - all these little details all around us...like these mysterious pink eggs on my grape leaves. I haven't shown you those yet - very mysterious!
DeleteHi Libby
ReplyDeleteI'm familiar with this plant in Japan. It turns into orange and a symbol of summer.
What do they call it? You know its funny, because here I think it is called the Japanese Lantern!
DeleteI wonder if they're supposed to fall like that
ReplyDeleteI've seen pods here and there but never so many together
I think some of those fell early because we had 80 mph winds through here! But the tree is still FULL of them.
Deletethey are lovely...what an interesting and surprising experience Libby!
ReplyDeleteHi Laura- Yea, the popping part was odd - I ran and got the kids!
DeleteNot something I recognize but I sure do think they are attractive!
ReplyDeleteI am definitely drying a bunch in the fall!
DeleteThey certainly make good subject matter for your pictures - Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jane. You're right - they are really photogenic!
DeleteI have seen these but never knew what they were. I love your black eyed susans...mine have not bloomed yet. I went to Lowes today and got a shot of a coneflower because all mine are dead....and they are supposed to be great for Florida...oh well...at least I am able to enjoy your blooms ;) Thanks for stopping by and saying hello.
ReplyDeleteWow, Danielle, you toured the whole blog! Thank you - very flattering, and nice of you!!
ReplyDeletefantastic! How beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThanks, JM! I surprise right on the property :)
DeleteBeautiful seed pods, I would be so tempted to collect them for dried arrangements but doubtless they are a food source for something!
ReplyDeleteYea, I'm just not sure...so far the birds and squirrels are not interested. We have a mulberry and three walnut trees that keep them happy, plus wild grapes all over the place trying to take over!
DeleteI have to get back over there - just been tied up, but otherwise fine. Nice of you to ask!
ReplyDeleteYea, all I know is that some people call them Japanese Lanterns...but when I google that it is the slang name for several different plants!
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