crown flower, giant milkweed, calotropis gigantea

found these very unusual and interesting flowers during my recent mission trip.
a tall plant on a slope and that explains why I didn’t manage to take a few more shots

These crown flowers draw me to a scripture verse from one of my favourite books…

James 1:12
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.