The Judas-tree, so-called, is a
remarkable plant. Its blossoms appear before its leaves, and are a most
brilliant crimson. The flowers flaming forth, attract innumerable
insects. The bee, for instance, in quest of honey, is drawn to it. But
searching the petals for nectar, it imbibes a fatal opiate. Beneath this
Judas-tree the ground is strewn with the victims of its deadly
fascination.
Flicker-flick,
Above the wick.
Burned the candle flame.
Through the open window-shutter
Young Moth Miller came.
Straight he fluttered toward the yellow.
Bright, alluring thing.
And, alas, poor foolish fellow
Scorched his downy wing!
Above the wick.
Burned the candle flame.
Through the open window-shutter
Young Moth Miller came.
Straight he fluttered toward the yellow.
Bright, alluring thing.
And, alas, poor foolish fellow
Scorched his downy wing!
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