Fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium) is native to the temperate areas of the northern hemisphere. Its fresh leaves are rich in vitamin C. In Russia, the dried herb is often used to prepare a tea substitute. In Western Europe this product is known as Kapor Tea.
The image was taken with a Nikon D40X camera and Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX lens, using these settings: focal length – 55 mm, exposure time – 1/250 sec, ISO 400, lens aperture – 5,6.