Flowers of Nepalese paper plant (Daphne bholua)

Flowers of Daphne bholua, the Nepalese paper plant – one of the main shrubs, which bark is used to produce lokta paper – the traditional handmade paper of Nepal. Flowers of daphne, which are said to be poisonous, have intense scent. Needles to say, they have very attractive look! Annapurna Conservation Area, Nepal.

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