Salal leaf, fall. Photo by Andrée Fredette

Nature Morte

Salal is an evergreen plant that carpets the forest floor in areas where there is an opening in the canopy, and near roads and paths.

It is green, most of the time. Except in the fall, where some of the leaves start to decay and acquire a bit of individuality.

 

Salal leaf, decaying. Photo by Andrée Fredette

The decay patterns are interesting.

 

Salal leaf, decaying. Photo by Andrée Fredette

Very individual.

 

Salal leaf, decaying. Photo by Andrée Fredette

 

And lacy.

Salal leaf decay, lacy. Photo by Andrée Fredette

 

And some go very red, as a final big show…

Salal leaf decay, red. Photo by Andrée Fredette