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Taraxacum refers to various types of flowering plants, such as dandelions, which are often topped with white puffs of fuzz. When the wind blows, the fuzz breaks, as parachute-like seeds disperse and fill the air. Watching them fly away always reminded me of the cyclic nature of the entropic environment, which, as a result, enhances my interest in nature. The inspiration was spawned by my adventures hiking in and around my hometown of Bedford, New York, and this piece emulates the experiences encountering distinguished flowering plants.

 

A dandelion may be viewed as an invasive weed that must be pulled, however, the symmetrical flowers are a reminder of regrowth and serenity within the ecosystem.