Anther Collection

Flame lily (Gloriosa sp. )
Flame lily ( Gloriosa sp. ) flower with openpetals and stamens topped by anthers

Geranium anther, SEM
Geranium anther. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen (pink) on the anther of a geranium flower (Geranium sp.)

Tea flower stamens, SEM
Tea flower stamens. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stamens of a flower of the tea plant (Camellia sp.). Stamens are the male reproductive structures of a flower

Forget-me-not flower, SEM
Forget-me-not flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a forget-me-not (Myosotis arvensis) flower. The corolla consists of five petals (blue)

Geranium pollen, SEM
Geranium pollen. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen (pink) on the stamen of a geranium flower (Geranium sp.)

Hong Kong orchid tree (Bauhinia blakeana) flowers. Hong Kong, December

Forget-me-not flower, SEM
Forget-me-not flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a forget-me-not (Myosotis arvensis) flower. The petals (blue) are covered by numerous projections called papillae

Buttercup flower, SEM
Buttercup flower (Ranunculus sp.), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The pistil (centre) is surrounded by the stamens (yellow)

Columbine flower stamens, SEM
Columbine flower stamens. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stamens (male sexual parts) of a columbine flower (Aquilegia sp.)

False-colour SEM of chickweed flower
False-colour scanning electron micrograph of the reproductive structures of a flower of the chickweed, Stellaria media. The bulbous carpel, with the short-stalked female stigmas emerging from it

Amaryllis (Hippeastrum sp. )
Amaryllis flowers (Hippeastrum sp.). Photographed in December

Common rue (Ruta graveolens) flower. Cultivated in herb garden, Surrey, England, UK. Native to Balkan Peninsula

St Helena ebony / Dwarf ebony (Trochetiopsis ebenus) with secondary pollen presentation on petal rims. In cultivation, Kew Gardens, London, England, UK. Endemic to St Helena, South Atlantic Ocean

Darwins slipper flower (Calceolaria uniflora) in UV light. Stamens and fleshy lip that provides food reward for polliator Least seedsnipe (Thinocorus rumicivorus) fluorescing

Geraldton wax flower (Chamelaucium uncinatum), nectar fluorescing in UV light. Western Australia. Controlled conditions, focus stacked. Series 1/2

Two-coloured pineapple lily (Eucomis bicolor) in visible light. Cultivated in garden, Surrey, England, UK. Native to South Africa. Focus stacked. Sequence 1/2

Skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus) in visible light. In cultivation, Surrey, England, UK. Native to Canada and USA. Sequence 1/2

Flame lily (Gloriosa superba), timelapse sequence from opening bud to flowering, tepals becoming reflexed. Flower pollinated by butterflies. Controlled conditions

Europe, England, West Yorkshire, Halifax, Clementis

Welsh poppy (Meconopsis cambrica), flower details, Bristol, England, UK, April

Snakeshead fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris) close up

Pasque flower (Pulsatilla vulgaris), at Barnsley Warren near Cirencester, Gloucestershire, England, UK, April

Black coral vine (Kennedia nigricans) flowers, pollinated by honeyeaters (flowers triggered by honeyeater, releasing the stamens, style and stigma), Western Australia Sequence 2 of 2

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) foraging on Peony (Paeonia officinalis) pollen. Surrey, England, UK. May

Seep monkey flower (Mimulus guttatus), bifid stigma above stamens. Nectar spot guides and central groove leading pollinators to nectar. Focus stacked

Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) anthers and inner petals. Outer petals have been removed
Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) anthers and inner petals.Outer petals have been removed. Focus stacked

Carpenter bee (Xylocopa sp) nectaring on Clary sage (Salvia sclarea). Pollen deposited on bees back by hanging anthers. Turkey. June

Himalayan balsam (Impatiens glandulifera), dissection of flowers. Male phase above, downward projecting stamens release pollen onto backs of bumblebees and honey bees

Sweet breath of spring (Lonicera fragrantissima) in garden, Surrey, England, UK. Native to China

Sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera Charles Thomas ) flower. Cultivated in glasshouse, Surrey, England, UK

Scarlet monkey flower (Mimulus cardinalis). The high position of the stamens and stigma ensure that the heads of hummingbird pollinators make contact with them whilst nectaring

Gold band lily (Lilium auratum) flower. Yellow nectar guides lead pollinators to nectaries. Pollinators are swallowtail butterflies and hawkmoths. Cultivated in garden, Surrey, England, UK

Cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) flowers. England, UK. April. Controlled conditions

White dead nettle (Lamium album) with stamens protected from rain by overhanging upper lip. Pollinated by bumblebees. Naturalised in garden, Surrey, England, UK. May

Glory lily (Gloriosa superba) bud and flower with reflexed petals and trifid stigma. Pollinated by butterflies. National flower of Zimbabwe

Mandrinette (Hibiscus fragilis), cultivated in breeding program at Kew Gardens, London, UK. Endemic to Mauritius

Flannel bush (Fremontodendron California Glory ) exposed and overflowing nectaries fluorescuing in UV light. Native to southwest USA

New Zealand tree fuchsia (Fuchsia excorticata) with blue pollen and yellow tipped stigma. Focus stacked

Arabian star flower (Ornithogalum arabicum) in visible light. Nectar visible in lower flower. Native to Northern Africa and Southern Europe. Series 2/2

Gold band lily (Lilium auratum) with yellow nectar guides. In cultivation. Native to Japan

Sun bromeliad (Fascicularia bicolor). Central leaves turn red to attract hummingbird pollinators before flowers open. Cultivated in garden. Surrey, England, UK

Winter aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) with ring of nectaries below stamens. Focus stacked

Common rue (Ruta graveolens) flower in visible light, nectar at base of petals. Stamens flip up sequentially with one still folded over the receptacle. Surrey, England, UK

Common rue (Ruta graveolens) flower in UV light, pollen and nectar at base of petals fluorescing. Insect pollinators are able to see position of rewards on offer. Surrey, England, UK

Tulip tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) flower, pollen and nectar fluorescing in UV light. Surrey, England, UK. Native to USA. Focus stacked. Sequence 2/2

Regal lily (Lilium regale) with Crab spider (Thomisidae sp) waiting to predate insects. Near Maoxian, Min Valley, Sichuan Province, China

Chinese meadow-rue (Thalictrum delavayi) flowers. Male phase below with stigmas hanging below immature stigmas, female phase above after stamens have fallen

Trailing fuschsia (Fuchsia procumbens) cultivated in alpine house, Surrey, England, UK. Native to New Zealand

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"Exploring the Intricate World of Anthers: A Captivating Microscopic Journey" Delve into the mesmerizing realm of anthers, where nature's intricate beauty unfolds at a microscopic level. From the vibrant Flame lily (Gloriosa sp. ) to the delicate Geranium anther captured in stunning detail through scanning electron microscopy (SEM), this captivating journey takes us deep within the heart of flowers. Witness the Tea flower stamens as they reveal their enchanting structures under SEM, showcasing their unique patterns and textures. The Geranium pollen, magnified to perfection, showcases its fine intricacies that aid in pollination and reproduction. Marvel at the Forget-me-not flower's SEM image, unveiling its ethereal petals and stamen arrangement with unparalleled clarity. The Hong Kong orchid tree (Bauhinia blakeana) flowers from December bloom with grace and elegance, inviting us to appreciate their exquisite form. The Buttercup flower's SEM image reveals a world of miniature wonders hidden within its golden petals. Delicate Columbine flower stamens come alive under high-resolution SEM imaging, displaying their remarkable shapes and colors. A false-color SEM image captures the essence of a chickweed flower like never before—a visual feast for our senses. The majestic Amaryllis (Hippeastrum sp. ) stands tall with its resplendent blooms that captivate all who behold them. Finally, we encounter Thale cress flower through a micrograph—an intimate glimpse into nature's meticulous design process on a cellular scale. These diverse anthers remind us of Mother Nature's boundless creativity and her attention to even the tiniest details. Embark on this extraordinary expedition into anther exploration; let these images transport you into a world unseen by naked eyes but brimming with awe-inspiring beauty waiting to be discovered.