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Poppies and Buttercups

A summer-inspired haiku

By Susan Fourtané Published 7 months ago Updated 7 months ago 1 min read
Poppies — Photo by Susan Fourtané

Scattered in the woods

Without care, wildflowers bloom

Dancing in sunlight

Buttercups — Photo by Susan Fourtane

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Historically, poppies symbolise eternal sleep, death, and resurrection in myth and poetry.

For the first British remembrance, poppies were hand-crafted to be assembled with one hand, providing work for disabled WWI veterans.

All the parts of the pretty and silky yellow buttercups are toxic. Animals avoid them, but livestock can be poisoned if found in large amounts.

Buttercups glossy, mirror-like petals and special UV patterns trap and reflect light, helping attract pollinators.

Unique to buttercups, their petals often have nectar pools at the base; no other yellow flower shares this trait.

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About the Creator

Susan Fourtané

Susan Fourtané is a Science and Technology Journalist, a professional writer with over 18 years experience writing for global media and industry publications. She's a member of the ABSW, WFSJ, Society of Authors, and London Press Club.

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  • Angie the Archivist 📚🪶7 months ago

    Gorgeous haiku & photos… wildflowers are such a treat!

  • Mother Combs7 months ago

    Beautiful photos, and wonderfully done with the haiku, Susan <3

  • Tiffany Gordon7 months ago

    Lovely work Susan! I enjoyed the additional information in your author's note as well!🌞

  • Oh wow, I never knew that. So fascinating! Loved your Haiku!

  • Sandy Gillman7 months ago

    Your haiku feels like a breath of fresh air!

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