Bright red cypress vine flowers blossom among the lush green leaves.
Bright red cypress vine flowers blossom among the lush green leaves.

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A touch of late autumn

As autumn draws to a close, late autumn (Hemanta) gently sets in. Across nature, tender young fruits begin to form on trees while fresh buds bloom on flowering plants. In this season of transition, the sweet fragrance of Shiuli flowers fills the air, bringing a festive warmth to Bengali hearts.

Tender blossoms begin to emerge on a mango tree.
A young jackfruit grows steadily along a tree branch.
Delicate white flowers bloom on a small Jhum chili plant.
Tucked behind green leaves, lemon blossoms open beside a tender growing lemon.
Pushing through the soil, a fresh ginger shoot emerges into the light.
A new green stem sprouts on a dragon fruit plant.
Fresh buds bloom across the branches of a jujube tree.
Bright red cypress vine flowers blossom among the lush green leaves.
Delicate Shiuli flowers with pure white petals and soft orange stems.
Tiny blossoms open along the slender spike of a black pepper vine.
A Rose of Sharon unfurls its petals in enchanting colors. Supriyo Chakma