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Photography

usonian

(26,336 posts) Mon Apr 20, 2026, 11:07 PM Apr 20

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It's Mariposa Lily time again. [View all]

Just having fun, I shot this from a distance.

Here's a close-up.
This time the image host didn't degrade the image much.
I sharpened it a little extra just in case.

Sierra Nevada Foothills.

Calochortus.

The genus Calochortus includes mariposas (or mariposa lilies) with open wedge-shaped petals, globe lilies and fairy lanterns with globe-shaped flowers, and cat's ears and star tulips with erect pointed petals. The word Calochortus is derived from Greek and means "beautiful grass".

No relation to 4/20

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It's Mariposa Lily time again. [View all] usonian Apr 20 OP

Beautiful close-up. Intricate interior. Nice. George McGovern Apr 21 #1

Slender ain't the word. usonian Apr 21 #2

The things you do to get the shot. And we appreciate them. George McGovern Apr 21 #3

beautiful closeup HAB911 Apr 21 #4

"With photography, you train your mind to slow down and really see, which builds stronger awareness in everyday life." George McGovern Apr 21 #5

thanks, reading this now HAB911 Apr 21 #6

Whoa, yeah? Which lens? I'll be happy to wait if you'd like it to be a surprise. George McGovern Apr 22 #7

my first telephoto prime HAB911 Apr 22 #8

I read up on your lens. Pretty sweet. Have Fun With it! Nice Shot! George McGovern Apr 22 #9

You made me look. Never mind the diversion, you kicked the OP. usonian Apr 22 #10

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