Monsonia crassicaulis flower in profile
Author: Ivan Lätti
Photographer: Thabo Maphisa
In profile, the flower of Monsonia crassicaulis displays the funnel-shape of its corolla. The flat or square tips of the petals can be well observed from this angle.
These flowers are presented to their pollinators above the leaves, although not always above the threatening spine tips. Regular visitors know how to negotiate perimeter defence arrangements.