A close-up, outdoor forensic image captured in Mouangkeo, Laos, displays a vibrant red tropical inflorescence, likely a Red Ginger (Alpinia purpurata), positioned slightly right of center

A close-up, outdoor forensic image captured in Mouangkeo, Laos, displays a vibrant red tropical inflorescence, likely a Red Ginger (Alpinia purpurata), positioned slightly right of center. The inflorescence is conical, approximately 15-20 cm in vertical length, composed of tightly packed, waxy, deep crimson bracts. Numerous small, black ants are present on the surface of the red bracts and stem, with multiple tiny water droplets also visible on the red and green plant structures. The inflorescence emerges from a cluster of broad, ovate, glossy green leaves, some exhibiting water droplets and minor imperfections. In the background to the upper left, smaller, feathery green foliage is discernible. To the upper right, a vertical, light brown tree trunk or stem is partially visible. Direct sunlight from the upper right illuminates the scene, creating bright highlights and some shaded areas, indicating an active outdoor environment.