Flowering Plant Collection (page 20)

Alexanders rhubarb (Rheum alexandrae) and Dwarf purple rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) in wet valley. Large bracts on rhubarb protect tiny flowers from UV rays

Paraquilegia (Paraquilegia microphylla) growing in rock fissures with crustose lichen. On cliff, Baimashan, Sichuan Province, China

Sesame (Sesamum indicum), dried seed pods ready for seed harvesting. 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

Climbing rose (Rosa filipes) flowering in misty forest. Wolong, Sichuan Province, China

Forest on shore of Temnik river, in spring with Siberian Rhododendron (Rhododendron dauricum) and Birch (Betula sp.) Temnik River, Baikal Nature Reserve, Buryatia, Siberia, Russia, May 2015

Springtail (Dicyrtomina ornata) on oak tree leaf, Niedersechsische Elbtalaue Biosphere Reserve, Elbe Valley, Lower Saxony, Germany, December

Mauritian bloody bellflower (Nesocodon mauritianus), female phase with red nectar at base of style. Cultivated at Kew Gardens, London, England, UK. Native to Mauritius

Celandine crocus (Crocus korolkowii) carpets in areas of snowmelt. Near Ansob Pass, Tajikistan. April 2014

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

Cats whiskers / Black bat flower (Tacca chantrieri). Pollinated by flies. Cultivated in glasshouse, Surrey, England, UK. Native to Southeast Asia

Santa Cruz water lily (Victoria cruziana) flower reflected in pond. Fragrant scent attracts beetle pollinators. In cultivation at Kew Gardens, London, England, UK. Native to South America

Moso bamboo (Phyllostachys edulis), view upwards into canopy, Shunan Zhuhai National Park, Sichuan Province, China

Alexanders rhubarb (Rheum alexandrae) and Dwarf purple rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) in wet valley with low cloud. Large bracts on rhubarb protect tiny flowers from UV light

Clashach cove surrounded by flowering Gorse (Ulex europaeus) Hopeman, Scotland, UK, May

Great horned owl (Bubo virginianus) preening two chicks in nest in Saguaro (Carnegiea gigantea) cactus, Sonoran desert, Arizona, USA

Common Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) tree growing out of joints in Carboniferous limestone, Ingleton, Yorkshire, January 2017

Beech trees (Fagus sylvatica) at night in winter, with lamp post illuminating the woodland. Felbrigg Woods, Norfolk, England, UK. January

RF - Turks cap lily (Lilium martagon) with solitary bee in flight, Aosta Valley, Gran Paradiso National Park, Italy

Impression of Birch tree (Betula pendula) in autumn, Scotland, UK. November

Maple leaves (Acer sp) in autumn, Westonbirt, England, UK

Autumn colours of Poplar (Populus sp) Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park, Spain. October

Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) Clare Glen, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. October

Silver birch (Betula pendula) trees in early autumn, Craigellachie National Nature Reserve, Aviemore, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, September

Fallen Maple leaves (Acer sp. ) in autumn
Fallen Maple leaves (Acer sp.) in autumn

Oak woodland with mosses and running water, near Dolgellau, Snowdonia, North Wales, UK October

Lime tree (Tilia sp) avenue in autumn, Hampstead Heath, London, England, UK. November

View up towards Beech (Fagus sylvatica) woodland canopy. Derbyshire, UK. October

Autumnal Quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides) and pine tree forest, along the Klondike Highway near Moose Creek, Yukon Territories, Canada, September 2013

Autumnal Quaking aspen tree (Populus tremuloides) at Nares Lake, with Montana Mountain beyond, near Carcross, Yukon Territories, Canada, September 2013

Autumnal Beech (Fagus) trees, Savernake Forest, Wiltshire, UK, November 2012

American robin (Turdus migratorius) feeding on Winterberry holly (Ilex sp) berries, New York, USA, November

Misty Beech (Fagus sylvatica) forest in autumn, Vosges mountains, France, November 2013

Purple vipers bugloss (Echium plantaineum) growing in fields of Corn Marigold (Chrysanthemum)
Purple vipers bugloss (Echium plantaineum) growing in fields of Corn Marigold (Chrysanthemum segetum) Project Neptune National Trust, Cornwall, England, UK, June

Sequence of strips of cultivated Machair with early shoots of Black oats (Avena strigosa) pushing through the sand. North Uist, Scotland, UK, June

Two Little terns (Sterna albifrons) at the nest amongst Black oats (Avena strigosa) growing on shell rich sands Machair, North Uist, Scotland, UK, June

Little tern (Sterna albifrons) at the nest amongst Black oats (Avena strigosa) growing on shell rich sands Machair, North Uist, Scotland, UK, June

Corn Marigold (Chrysanthemum segetum) and Scentless mayweed (Tripleurospermum inodorum) machair habitat, North Uist, Scotland, UK, July

Soaptree yucca (Yucca elata) at sunset. White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, USA. January

Smeathmans furrow bee (Lasioglossum smeathmanellum), feeding on wild alpine strawberry (Fragaria vesca), Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. December

Queen conch (Lobatus gigas) juvenile feeding on algae growing on Seagrass (Thalassia testudinum) blades. Eleuthera, Bahamas

Turban buttercup (Ranunculus asiaticus) growing on bank beside footpath with sea beyond. Cyprus. April

Crown daisy (Glebionis coronarium) flowers against sky, low angle view. Cyprus. April

Sword-grass moth (Xylena exsoleta) caterpillar on Field gladiolus (Gladiolus italicus). Cyprus. April

Pasture goatsbeard (Geropogon hybridus) flower, close-up. Cyprus. April

Giant fennel (Ferula communis) flowering umbels. Cyprus. April

Purple loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria) flower spikes in evening light, Scotland, UK, September

English oak (Quercus robur) ripening acorns, Dorset, UK September

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"Nature's Masterpieces: A Kaleidoscope of Flowering Plants" Discover the rare and enchanting Franklinia alatamaha, also known as the Franklinia, a captivating flowering plant native to Georgia. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Hydrangea hortensis, commonly referred to as French hydrangea, with its vibrant blooms that add a touch of elegance to any garden. Find solace under the graceful branches of the Weeping Willow tree, a majestic sight that exudes tranquility and serenity. Dive into an underwater wonderland where Water lilies (Nymphaea alba) bloom beneath the surface of Lake Ain in the breathtaking Alps of France during June. Delight your senses with Narcissus tazetta or tazetta daffodil's cheerful yellow petals that bring joy and brightness wherever they bloom. Witness nature's artistry as you gaze at an ethereal underwater view of Waterlilies (Nymphaea alba) dancing gracefully in a serene lake amidst the picturesque Alps in Ain, France during June. Marvel at Surinam's diverse insect population as these fascinating creatures interact with their natural habitat and contribute to our ecosystem's delicate balance. Behold the mesmerizing sight of a fully bloomed Waterlily (Nymphaea alba), emerging from beneath Lake Ain's surface like a pristine gem nestled within nature's embrace during June in France's magnificent Alps region. Explore Gossypium barbadense or cotton plant - an essential crop that has shaped civilizations throughout history while providing us with versatile fibers for clothing and textiles. Lose yourself among Scotland’s awe-inspiring Scottish Pine Forests – ancient guardians standing tall against time, offering shelter to countless species within their majestic branches. Encounter Italy’s botanical treasure.