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Mexican Bird of Paradise (Caesalpinia pulcherrima)— Image by kenne

Blooming Mexican Bird of Paradise

Golden flares in desert heat,
fronds ablaze where sidewalks meet,
petals spilling flame and light—
sunrise rooted in full sight.

Hummingbirds in fleeting dance
sip the nectar, take their chance,
while dusty winds pass overhead
and paint the blooms a deeper red.

Flame-tipped petals catch the breeze,
a burst of fire among the trees.
Yellow, red, and orange flare—
summer’s banner in desert air.

Posted June 25, 2025 by kenneturner in Capturing the Moment, Desert Landscape, Information, Photography, Poetry, Tanuri Ridge, Tucson Arizona

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