Rays of hope from dandelions
In biodynamic cultivation, dandelion is one of the plants used to produce compost preparations, along with yarrow, chamomile, nettle, valerian, and oak bark. The dandelion flowers are harvested for this purpose in the spring. It is important to choose the right time: if the flower is already too open, the fine seed threads will form shortly after harvesting. The flower is then replaced by the dandelion clock – an expression of the plant's power.
For several years now, I have been consciously taking the time to observe dandelions before, during, and after flowering. From season to season, I am fascinated by the diverse forms that the plant displays. During the flowering phase, the flower opens and closes in rhythm with day and night. At certain stages, it curls up and then unfolds again.
I am deeply fascinated by the visible metamorphoses of flower and seed formation. If I could say something to the dandelion, it would be that it reminds me of my patience. To take these pictures, I go outside regularly. What I experience is a moment when time seems to stand still and this plant never ceases to amaze me.
I asked colleagues who work with Löwenzahn if they would like to write a short text to accompany one of the images. Etha Widiyanto from Bali was the first to respond. She chose the following image and wrote:
Golden Messenger from Heaven. A fitting name for it. In this dimension, I imagine it like brain neurons connected to each other at their ends, at many ends! When I close my eyes, its white feathers flit back and forth, carrying telegram messages from Mother Earth to Father Sky. A noble plan is underway to spread divine seeds throughout the world.
The golden messenger of heaven. A name that fits well. In this dimension, I imagine him as brain neurons connected at their ends. There are many ends! When I squint my eyes, I see white, silky feathers carrying messages back and forth on a thin thread, from his Earth Mother to his Heavenly Father. They carry divine seeds into the world.
Etha Widiyanto
Over time, more texts and images will be added here. You are welcome to write your own text to accompany one of the images.
