Desert Hyacinth (Cistanche tubulosa)

Desert Hyacinth (Cistanche tubulosa)

I encountered this species in two locations. Only this one was in its prime, albeit the smallest. It is also found in eastern Africa, Arabia to India.


Desert Hyacinth (Cistanche tubulosa)

Desert Hyacinth (Cistanche tubulosa)

My first encounter of this species on Socotra. Unfortunately I was a few days late for the blossom. It is found scattered where the Arher sand dunes meet the…