Living Fossil

The unusual colour of the leaves on this Maidenhair tree attracted us as we walked in a park. It is one of the easiest plants to cultivate and is known as a living fossil as recognisable fossils date to 270 million years ago.

[bkb in the city]

Very nice shot

[Patricia McPhail]

So pretty - love the colour!

[Julie Duncan]

Pretty! Is this related to the Ginko tree?

[Esther Rosenberg]

Never seen this. very pretty!

[Taffy]

I like the repetition of the patterns and color.

[Diana]

Beautiful frame filler, love the patterns and colours.

[Babs]

Wow it is so pretty

[Mallory]

A fabulous close up!

[Louise]

It is an unusual colouring, very pretty

[Jean]

pretty!

[Kerry McCarthy]

Very nice close-up - pretty leaves. They look like butterflies.

[George]

@juliedduncan m. Yes, I believe it is related to the Ginko tree.