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14-JUL-2012

Let It Be - It's Poison Ivy!

For the July 2012 Monthly Challenge: Melodic Memories
and
for WEEKLY CHALLENGE 118: "Plants and Flowers"

Toxicodendron radicans, commonly known as poison ivy is a poisonous
North American plant that is well known for its production of urushiol,
a clear liquid compound found within the sap of the plant that causes
an itching, or sometimes painful rash in most people who touch it.
The plant is not a true ivy. Poison ivy grows throughout much of
North America, including the Canadian Maritime provinces, Quebec,
Ontario, Manitoba, and all U.S. states east of the Rockies, as well
as in the mountainous areas of Mexico up to around 1,500 m (4,900 ft),
and is normally found in wooded areas, especially along edge areas.
(Source: Wikipedia)

I happen to be quite allergic to poison ivy and learned early on...leaves of three, Let It Be!

"Let It Be" is a song by The Beatles, released in March 1970 as a single,
and (in an alternative mix) as the title track of their album Let It Be.
It was written by Paul McCartney, but credited to Lennon–McCartney.
It was their final single before McCartney announced his departure
from the band (by that time, Lennon had already left). (Source: Wikipedia)

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Todd Owlett24-Jul-2012 22:29
Clever. :-)
Matylda Lempel-Chareza Photography17-Jul-2012 16:44
thkanks
Inga Morozoff17-Jul-2012 02:27
Really? I've never seen or touched the stuff, which is probably a good thing.
Chris16-Jul-2012 20:12
I like your link between the two challenges.

The original "Poison Ivy" written by Leiber and Stoller and was a hit in 1959 for the Coasters - showing my age!
Guest 16-Jul-2012 14:24
I wondered if someone would do this one... I can catch it just looking at it...
LynnH16-Jul-2012 11:36
I grew up in the Pennsylvania woods, and never caught poison ivy once. So I'll assume I am resistant, although I wouldn't want to test that theory.
Timothy Guenther16-Jul-2012 11:02
Great idea for the double entry. It should be noted that "Poison Oak" is the same species. Different soils will make this "perfect weed" grow in different forms. Dry sandy soil and it looks like a bush (P. oak). Moist loamy soil and it will become a vine and climb up trees.
Mieke WA Minkjan16-Jul-2012 07:42
great combination of the allergic for the leaves with the song
Wei O'Connell16-Jul-2012 04:07
I think it's very funny. Great title for this shot!
Laryl16-Jul-2012 02:18
I could never figure out what was poison ivy and what wasn't.. luckily I didn't encounter it too often.. it's bad enough but to be allergic, oh my. wonderful photo
wernere0116-Jul-2012 00:47
Agree with Janet. It looks so harmless.
Janet Donnelly16-Jul-2012 00:34
Such a completely innocent looking villain ..... Well seen (and also avoided!!)
Jola Dziubinska15-Jul-2012 23:59
Nice lighting and composition.
Fred Gary15-Jul-2012 23:54
Great pick for both challenges, my son-in-law is a mess when he gets around this stuff.
Cindi Smith15-Jul-2012 22:43
Yeah, stay away from that stuff. I'm not allergic to it but everyone else I know is. Love the light!
Karen Stuebing15-Jul-2012 22:04
I recognize it too and avoid it. Great photo for both challenges. And now everyone knows what to look out for. V.
Walter Otto Koenig15-Jul-2012 21:39
And it looks so harmless. Nice shot for both challenges.
cits_4_pets15-Jul-2012 21:17
I let this plant be. nice shot
carol j. phipps15-Jul-2012 15:44
Oh my! Yes, I have some in my back yard.
J. Scott Coile15-Jul-2012 14:40
I used to be allergic but have grown a resistance. Good thing because it's everywhere around here.
Stephanie15-Jul-2012 14:08
So I trust you didn't rub it all over your skin? ;0)
Superb capture Brenda and so perfect for both Challenges!
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