THE WORLDS SMALLEST FLOWER

1/2/2013

The world's smallest flowering plant in the world is the wolffia that is a type of duckweed that floats on the surface of water. Each plant resembles a tiny speck of cornmeal. The wolffia is high in protein and is collected from the surface of the waters where they grow and are eaten as a veggie in much of Asia.
It is named for the German botanist and physician Herr Dr. Johann Friedrich Wolff (1778-1866).

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January 2013 A.D.

At the beginning of this writing the writer was a 73-year old minister who just retired after 50 years of ministry but continues ministering in nursing facilities, visiting the elderly, the forgotten and the unfortunate. His many flower beds are what he call his therapy.
His yard is covered by many large flowers beds, and a garden. He "inherits" the love of flowers from both sides of his family.
He has 50 books on flowers, some on trees and three on weeds.
Over the years he has collected fascinating stories and facts concerning flowers. Some of these came from his respective grandmothers. He maintained copious notes.
This is what he is sharing with you on this ever-growing blog. This is for your enjoyment, edification and amazement. Share this with flower-loving friends. This may be printed for free.

David Prentiss Shreve

THE WORLDS SMALLEST FLOWER

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