Three countries this week, all a long way from the UK although I recognise some of the flowers.
The manuka or the tea tree is a plant in the myrtle family.
A flower from Vietnam is more familiar to me, by name at least..
To see other flowers selected this week just follow the links at Sunday-Stamps-II-74.
 |
| New Zealand - 1960/1963 |
A flower from Vietnam is more familiar to me, by name at least..
 |
| Vietnam - Chrysanthemum |
So far I have been unable to find its date of issue.
In the USA the XIth International Botanical Congress was commemorated on 23 August 1969 with this set of four.
 |
| USA |
The stamps depict:
- The Lady's Slipper Orchid
- Douglas Fir
- Franklin Tree - native to Alatamaha River in Georgia
- Ocotillo - which apparently is not a true cactus.
To see other flowers selected this week just follow the links at Sunday-Stamps-II-74.
8 comments:
Hi Bob - interesting display - always fascinating to see plants from other parts of the world .. cheers Hilary
An original choice, as usual.
I like the combination of flowers and scenery of the US Stamps, attractive set.
Funny, for some reason I don't think of chrysanthemums in Vietnam - how odd. Attractive stamps.
Another fascinating selection, Bob. The US selection is interesting, the design seems typical of the 60s/70s.
I like the simple designs of New Zealand and Vietnam (and also thought the Crysant from our northern part of the world but I am proofed wrong!).
Did I say 'simple designs'? Those flowers are not easy to draw, and have been designed beautifully.
A collection of beauties, for sure, Bob!...:)JP
I havent seen the US issue so far...a really nice one!
Post a Comment