The Bottle Tree is an endemic tree in Socotra. This means you cannot find this tree anywhere else in the world, only on a small island just off the coast of Africa.
Only in the month of March does this tree bloom and you will find its beautiful pink leaves. In the background of the photo, you can see the Milky Way and the starry sky, which are much more visible in Socotra than in other parts of the world.
The result is a magical photo that combines many unique aspects of the island of Socotra. For many who see the photo, the tree will be unfamiliar, and so it is a perfect conversation starter!
I'm Justin, a freelance travel photographer and filmmaker from the Netherlands. Since 1.5 years, I have been travelling around the world full-time to capture destinations for clients. In addition, I naturally make good use of these opportunities to shoot beautiful images. In 2023 alone, I was.. Read more…