Dranandra in the Fall
Dranandra is a flower not noticed or appreciated in the summer but it comes into its beauty in the fall when the blossoms break forth into myriad colors. Leaves with inner section show a rich burgundy vein. The stem sprouts a thistlelike edge which appears to be sharp thorns; however, upon examination these are extremely soft to the touch. Each thorn secrets a drop of burgundy colored liquid which is sweet and a choice nectar for insects. Few Master Gardeners have seen this mythical flower.