Hibiscus - Gumamela

This is another picture of a flower which I know most Filipinas and people in the tropics are familiar with. Yes, this is a "Gumamela" (Philippine name) or Hibiscus which is a shrub that is being used as an ornamental plant. It comes in many colors and I was glad that I was able to take a picture of a pink one. It is also considered a medicinal plant.

I researched a little bit and found out that among its uses are treatment for:

Bronchitis
coughs
fever
dysentery
urinary and bladder infections
high blood pressure
constipation
headaches
boils
swelling
abscesses
mumps

I have tried it when I was a kid for mumps, coughs and headaches. It was very effective.

Orchids

I have always admired orchids since I was a child. When we went to Asheville, North Carolina at the famous grand Biltmore Estate, I was able to take a picture of this gorgeous orchid inside their enclosed garden. I remember my Mom's orchids which I already mentioned in my prior posts. I am totally sure that we have this kind of orchid. I have seen a much better kind and lovelier orchids than this. It's kind of nostalgic whenever I see these flowers.


I remember so well, I like to watch my Mom in silence while she lovingly waters her orchids early in the morning. She talked to them believing that they will grow and bloom better which I think really worked. We always have beautiful blooms everyday. I guess partly due to the eggshells she puts on the roots instead of throwing those empty shells in the garbage. She was so proud of them. I saw how happy my Mom was at that time. I miss those days. I hope I can have flowers too in my own little backyard someday. Dreams can come true....

I'm back

The last post I had was in May 14th but it feels like I had been away for sooo long from this blog of mine. Anyway, how is everybody? I hope all is well with us all. :)

Below is a picture of a flower. Yes, it's an orchid but again I don't know the name. I remember that I looked at its tag and saw a scientific name so I really didn't care to put it in my memory. However, we can call it the "Purple orchid". I'm ok with calling it that way. I'm sure it is a different kind of orchid but I asked my Mom and she can't recall the name either. She used to own so many orchids. Now, I'm not sure if she still owns any them because they are becoming more and more expensive. The ones she had before were all sold. They are becoming commercialized now. Before, I remember my Mom and her friends share roots of their orchids to one another that's why a lot of them has many kinds in their collection. I kind of miss seeing those flowers and my Mom watering them every morning and afternoon. She was so happy with those flowers.

Flowers...

I like flowers. You might see a lot of pictures of flowers here in my blog. This is my first post with a picture of a flower. I plan to post more here and put it in its own category. That way, I will be able to collect all the pictures of flowers that I have taken in my lifetime.

I got this from the side of our home. I really don't know what the name of this flower is and still has to research about it. What I observed though is that it only blooms during springtime. Isn't it pretty? If you know this flower, please leave me a message. Thanks!

Update: Somebody left a message on my tag board saying that this flower is an Azelia. Thanks!!!!