Phoenix Rising by terryliv

Phoenix Rising

Very lazy today so just a shot from the garden.
This cycad (Cycas Revoluta) came within a whisker of being dug out about a month ago. Many of this species of cycad in SE Qld have been attacked over recent years by the newly arrived cycad moth which lays its eggs in the cycad and the grubs then attack and destroy the new growth.
We have been fighting a losing battle with them over a last couple of years. We had had a gutful and were going to dig this one out but decided to give it one last chance. And this is what has happened.
Revoluta is a native of Japan. Just maintaining the numbers - don't bother to comment.
That is too neat
October 24th, 2014  
Sam
It must have been your TLC that has kept it alive!
October 24th, 2014  
A super shot. Fav
October 24th, 2014  
This looks so cool as it grows like this. Nice shot.
October 24th, 2014  
How could I not comment on both this very interesting stage in the plant's growth and your kindness in giving it a bit more time to show signs of life. Perfect title for this image.
October 24th, 2014  
Wonderful shot of this strange looking plant!
October 24th, 2014  
You must have threatened it last year. And it heard you!
October 24th, 2014  
Lovely composition, lighting and focus Terry;)
October 24th, 2014  
The new growth looks very healthy, hope the cycad moths stays away :)
October 24th, 2014  
No comment! It's on the TP so it speaks for itself :)
October 24th, 2014  
I have to comment it's a fabulous plant. I have not seen anything like it. I'm glad you gave it one more chance. I hope it proves strong and continues to survive.
October 24th, 2014  
Amazing capture - light and detail perfect, remarkable plant and great story. Fav
October 24th, 2014  
Might be building some immunity Terry ?
October 25th, 2014  
Reminds me of one of those plants that grow under with sea with the waving "fingers" - super detail and wonderful shot.
October 25th, 2014  
FAV...what a gorgeous picture and always interesting information.
October 25th, 2014  
Nice composition
October 25th, 2014  
Ah yes, I remember this one. Our cycads have also taken a beating over recent years.
November 19th, 2014  
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