Fringed Gentian
Gentianopsis thermalis

1/20s at f18.0, ISO:640, Canon Mark III 1Ds w/180mm Macro


Family: Gentianaceae,

Life Zones: Subalpine, alpine

Mountain Gentian is found scattered in meadows where it pokes out of grasses with its brilliant blue/purple flower.
Vail Pass, Colorado
 
08/20/2011