A magnificent headland at Point Lobos as seen through Monterey Cypress, Cupressus macrocarpa

A magnificent headland at Point Lobos as seen through Monterey Cypress, Cupressus macrocarpa. The orange algae growing on the trees is Trentepohlia aurea v. polycarpa, a green alga which is rich in beta carotene. This algae is non-parasitic and generally grows on the side closest to salt spray.

Photo Category: Coastline - West Coast California - Flora
Photo Location: California, Point Lobos State Reserve
Photo Date: 2003 October