I spotted this growing in Roath Park, Cardiff last summer...
I've absolutely no idea what it is, but I liked it so I photographed it. The thing sort of reminded me of bromeliad, but also in some respects of an orchid, or one of the succulents... I suppose the flower-head must've been getting on for two feet tall.
Quite an amazing thing... so I thought I'd share it.





nice one, cheers for that!