Metal Print : Sand food plant
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Sand food plant
Flowering sand food plant (Pholisma sonorae). This mushroom-shaped parasitic plant is native to the deserts of south-western USA and Mexico. It is found growing on shifting sand dunes. Its scaly stem was eaten raw or cooked by Native Americans. It contains no chlorophyll and therefore cannot produce its own food. Instead, its stem, which extends 1-2 metres below the ground, is attached to the roots of a nearby host plant. The sand foods flowers are always arranged in a ring on its cap. This unusual plant has become endangered. It is threatened by off-road vehicles and the development of the desert. Photographed in the Algodones wilderness, California, USA
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20"x24" (61x51cm) Metal Print
Bring the enchanting world of desert flora into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints. Feast your eyes on this captivating image of the Flowering Sand Food Plant (Pholisma sonorae), a unique and parasitic mushroom-shaped plant native to the deserts of south-western USA and Mexico. Growing on shifting sand dunes, this rare beauty thrives in the harshest of environments. Our high-quality Metal Prints are not only visually stunning but also long-lasting, adding a touch of natural wonder to any space. Order yours today and let the allure of the desert be with you always.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 60.9cm (20" x 24")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 61.5cm (20.2" x 24.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the unique Sand Food Plant, also known as the Flowering Sand Food Plant (Pholisma sonorae). Native to the deserts of south-western USA and Mexico, this mushroom-shaped parasitic plant thrives in shifting sand dunes. The scaly stem of this extraordinary plant was consumed by Native Americans either raw or cooked. However, what sets it apart is its inability to produce its own food due to lacking chlorophyll. Instead, the sand food plant relies on a nearby host plant's roots for sustenance. Its striking flowers are always arranged in a ring on top of its cap, adding an enchanting touch to its already fascinating appearance. Unfortunately, this rare botanical wonder has become endangered over time. The threats it faces include off-road vehicles disturbing its habitat and the development encroaching upon desert areas. This thought-provoking photograph was taken in California's Algodones Wilderness, capturing both the beauty and fragility of this remarkable species. With keywords like nature, American Southwest desert scenery, blooming flowers against sandy terrain, and biological uniqueness emphasized throughout this image description from Science Photo Library; viewers can appreciate not only the aesthetic appeal but also gain awareness about preserving such precious flora that play vital roles within ecosystems.
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