Lapeirousia fabricii one leader, many followers

One Lapeirousia fabricii open flower is pioneering the exposition of the species talents, while many below it prepare to follow its lead.

Two bracts enfold each bud in the early stage. Then bract tips are pushed apart as corolla expansion enforces its liberation.

Much elongation is to follow before the firm narrow tube holds up its six widened tepal lobes, spreading in the floral triumph of the species.