Datura Flower in Bloom

by Ash Nirale

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Datura Flower in Bloom

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Ash Nirale

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Datura species are herbaceous, leafy annuals and short-lived perennials which can reach up to 2 m in height. The leaves are alternate, 10–20 cm long and 5–18 cm broad, with a lobed or toothed margin. The flowers are erect or spreading (not pendulous like those of Brugmansia), trumpet-shaped, 5–20 cm long and 4–12 cm broad at the mouth; colors vary from white to yellow, pink, and pale purple. The fruit is a spiny capsule 4–10 cm long and 2–6 cm broad, splitting open when ripe to release the numerous seeds. The seeds disperse freely over pastures, fields and even wasteland locations.
Dhatura is also sacred flower. Dhatura became Lord Shiva's favorite flower. Hence, Dhatura is offered to Lord Shiva during Shiv Puja to get rid of the poison of ego, rivalry, envy, and hatred . While there are some other Shiva flowers like Akand, Bael patra, ketaki flower is never used in the worship of Shiva.

Thank you to the Administrators that Featured this photo in the following Groups:
-Fineart America Professionals
-Macro Marvels
-The Outdoor Photographer
-Only Blooms And Flowers Photography

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August 2nd, 2020

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