This image depicts a close-up botanical scene in Isiolo east, Kenya

This image depicts a close-up botanical scene in Isiolo east, Kenya. The central subject is a vibrant yellow inflorescence, identified as *Pachystachys lutea* (Golden Shrimp Plant), approximately 6 cm in height, exhibiting an upright, conical form composed of overlapping yellow bracts. Dark green, ovate leaves with visible venation emerge from the stem supporting the inflorescence. To the left and behind the plant, sections of a multi-trunked tree with mottled brown and light beige bark are visible. The background is densely filled with various green foliage, including broad and linear leaves, indicative of a lush, natural environment. No individuals, animals, or man-made objects are present. The scene is illuminated by natural ambient daylight. A digital timestamp reading "2025/09/27 08:43" is imprinted in the lower-left corner.