| Latin Name | Observation date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Genus Steinchisma | August 22, 2026 | Central Aceh Regency,Aceh, Indonesia |
Once again, I discovered extraordinary beauty in a tiny object: a small flower growing amidst wild grass. It is so minuscule that its beauty is completely invisible from a distance; however, when I photographed it using a macro lens, I was able to see the wildflower's true splendor. What particularly caught my eye was its stunning purple hue, which is clearly visible in the photos I took. Yet, for farmers, this plant is considered a weed; its prolific growth can disrupt and clutter plantations or rice fields, so it is no surprise that many farmers choose to cut it down. I came across this plant at the edge of a rice field while my family and I were clearing weeds growing between the rice stalks—a routine and necessary task to ensure the rice plants thrive.
The further we explore this world, the more extraordinary things we discover; often, great beauty lies in small, frequently overlooked objects. Using a macro lens, I aim to capture these tiny subjects and reveal their hidden beauty.
Okay everyone, here are some photos of these wildflowers.
| Camera Used | poco c65 |
|---|---|
| Lens | MM |
| F-stop | |
| Iso speed | ISO |
| Focal length | MM |
| Photography | Genus Steinchisma |
| Photographer | @maxmarvin |
| Link to original | community |
|---|---|
| Link | https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/393476569 |
| Latitude | Longitude | Map |
|---|---|---|
| 5.1573951 | 96.6279130 | https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=5.1573951045&mlon=96.6279130394#map=12/5.1574/96.6279 |
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