This series of images follows the progress of the opening of the inflorescence of Cyclanthus bipartitus (CYCLANTHACEAE). A clear demonstration of the advantages that a field botanist has when they live side-by-side with their study subjects. Image times, (from left to right): 6pm (7th May 2008), 9:30pm (7th May 2008), 7am (8th May 2008), 10am (8th May 2008). You'll be hard pushed to find images of this plant, nevermind fresh and in flower. These gorgeous ones were taken by Reinaldo. Of course! Cyclanthus bipartitus is one of my favorites in our native plants garden. Infact, the genera Asplundia, Carludovica, and Cyclanthus are all represented in the garden at this time and make very attractive regional ornamental species.
