“White flower on the beach”
In early summer, many flowers bloom on the beach. The siberian sea flower is a flower whose number is decreasing. The habitat is limited. Invited by sweet scent, insects come. [APRIL 2021]
Heliotropium japonicum
４月の終わりごろから花を咲かせるスナビキソウ。砂浜に深く根を伸ばし、白い花を咲かせます。甘い香りに誘われて虫たちが訪れます。生育地の減っている海浜植物です。
“Bright purple flowers”
Flowers are blooming gathered on thin brunches. It’s “Murasaki-shikibu.” This name comes from an ancient literary woman. In autumn, there are many bright purple fruits. [JUNE 2021]
Callicarpa japonica
ムラサキシキブはシソ科の小低木。黄色い蕊がよく目立つ紫色の花を咲かせます。秋に結ぶ実は明るい紫色をしていて映えます。街中では、園芸用に植えられているコムラサキをよく見かけます。
“Shrine in the rain”
A shrine in the forest. In heavy rain, many lives are quietly waiting for the rain to pass. [MAY 2021]