Crocus sativus
For some reason, I have always associated the Crocus sativus as a Springtime flower. Well, I have to relearn my lessons because the crocuses I spotted a few days ago […]
A Day’s Fishing
On the walls along the rocky coast of Portixol on the outskirts of Palma we can find a large number of hand painted tiles depicting all the native fish that […]
The Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)
The Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is an exceptional fruit. The Spanish call it Sandía, whereas our Mallorcan friends call this melon a Síndria, Xíndria or simply, Meló d’aigua. At this time […]
Sea Fennel
Sea Fennel or Rock Samphire (Crithmum maritimum) is known in the Balearics under the name of Fonoll marí (Catalan) or Hinojo marino (Castellano). In Mallorca, pickled Fonoll marí (see photo […]
The Amazing Earthworm
May I introduce you to one of the most important inhabitants on the island of Mallorca, in fact, one of the most important creatures anywhere in the world: the Common […]
The Myrtle (Myrtus communis)
The Myrtle (Myrtus communis), also called True Myrtle, is the star of the annual Fira de ses Herbes, celebrated again in the pueblo of Selva last weekend. The Myrtle (Catalan: […]
The Common Asphodel (Asphodelus aestivus)
I simply happen to like the serene beauty of wildflowers. The Common Asphodel (Asphodelus aestivus), for instance, is delightful and delicate. This plant is very prolific in the Balearic Isles […]
The Mulberry Tree (Morus alba)
The Mulberry Tree can be a rather nice tree, giving a good amount of shade thanks to its dense foliage, the large size trunk and a good height. Mulberries, the […]
The Calla Lily (Zantedeschia)
The Calla Lily (Zantedeschia) is probably one of the most beautiful flowers on Earth. The flower exists in various colour variations and a number of species. Here in Mallorca, the […]
The Phoenix Dactilifera Palm Tree
At this time of year, the Phoenix dactilifera palm tree carries a beautiful cluster of flowers (shown here), at least here on this island. This palm tree species produces dates. […]
A Flowering Apple Tree
Spain as a country is not known to be big in growing apples and even less so, the island of Mallorca. There are some homegrown apples, though, and pears, here […]
The Sage-Leafed Rock Rose
The Sage-Leafed Rock Rose (Cistus salviifolius) is also known as Sage-leafed Cistus, White Rock Rose or Salvia Cistus. This plant is an extremely variable species. It is not unlike the […]
Nectarine Trees In Blossom
Whilst there are still a number of almond trees flowering around in Mallorca, a second wave of fruit trees are out in blossom now as well: peach trees, nectarines, ciruelas […]
Stilts, Waders And Other Birds
We were all surprised to be hit by another wintery spell over the last few days, here in Mallorca. Temperatures dropped to a low of 9° C in the daytime […]
Daisies Daisies
What a lovely day we had yesterday in most parts of the island. I saw a lovely field full of the Mediterranean Daisy (Bellis sylvestris) yesterday. Its Catalan name is […]
The Spanish Plane Tree (Platanus Hispanica)
The Spanish Plane Tree (Platanus Hispanica) is a popular urban roadside tree in Mallorca, a deciduous tree that grows to a good size and with smooth bark that falls off […]
