Veins of Life #1
by Heidi Fickinger
Title
Veins of Life #1
Artist
Heidi Fickinger
Medium
Photograph - Photographic Print
Description
The kalo plant was brought to Hawai'i by the original Hawaiians and is still a staple in the diet of the Hawaiian people. Kalo (known as taro worldwide) is one of the original food staple 'canoe plants' that the Hawaiian voyagers brought in order to survive when they arrived. Today it is still pounded and made into poi and my favorite, lau lau is wrapped around a piece of beef, fish and pork and steamed. Kalo is also made into pudding, ice cream, bread, stews and many more dishes. It has been used medicinally, mixed with other plants that are either native or brought by the ancient Hawaiians, such as noni. As with all Hawaiian culture, a legend about kalo of its spiritual origin exists, underscoring the high value it has in the culture and survival of the people.
Featured in the following FAA groups:
* Hodge Podge
* Collectors Gallery
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January 21st, 2022
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Comments (4)
Nancy Carol Photography
Well done! .... and thank you for sharing with us your wonderful work of art that has been proudly presented on the Home Page of the group, 'BEST OF BOTANICAL BEAUTY'. If you wish, you may archive it permanently or promote it further in the Discussions Tabs titled, "July Aug Sept 2022 Features."
William Dunigan
Beautiful shot, love those almost glowing veins in that leaf -- wonderful shades of green!
Heidi Fickinger replied:
Many thanks and much aloha William! I have not been on FAA for a couple years, and am happy to reconnect with you and other wonderful people on the platform. Much aloha.
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