Fine Art Print : Aerial roots of Hydrangea petiolaris C017 / 7025
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Aerial roots of Hydrangea petiolaris C017 / 7025
A one year old stem of Hydrangea petiolaris, growing amongst ivy (Hedera helix) against the wall of a house. The stem has produced adventitious aerial roots on its upper side.H. petiolaris is a woody climber; it uses aerial roots in order to attach itself to the bark of trees, to rocks, or, in gardens, to walls. The roots emerge on the side of the stem away from the light. In this picture, the upper side of the stem was deeply shaded by ivy leaves (removed). Underground roots of plants show geotropism; they grow downwards. In the case the of aerial roots shown here, growth is directed towards low light levels; the roots are growing upwards. They are destined never to reach the wall due to the presence of the ivy. The roots are approximately 2cm long; the distance between the stem and the wall is 6cm
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Media ID 9340327
© DR JEREMY BURGESS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Aerial Root Climber Climbing Plant Garden Plant Geotropism
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the breathtaking beauty of nature with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This captivating image showcases the intricate aerial roots of Hydrangea petiolaris, as captured by renowned photographer DR JEREMY BURGESS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY. Witness the one-year-old stem, growing amongst ivy, as it defies gravity with an abundance of adventitious roots on its upper side. This mesmerizing print is a testament to the wonders of the natural world and is sure to make a stunning addition to any home or office space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate beauty of Hydrangea petiolaris, a woody climber known for its unique method of attachment. Against the backdrop of a house wall covered in lush ivy leaves, a one-year-old stem of Hydrangea petiolaris can be seen adorned with adventitious aerial roots on its upper side. These aerial roots serve as nature's way for this climbing plant to secure itself onto various surfaces such as tree barks, rocks, and even garden walls. In this particular image, however, the presence of the ivy prevents these delicate roots from ever reaching their intended destination. Interestingly, while underground roots typically exhibit geotropism by growing downwards towards gravity's pull, these aerial roots display an intriguing behavior. Instead of following traditional growth patterns, they defy gravity by reaching upwards towards low light levels. Measuring approximately 2cm in length and positioned around 6cm away from the wall due to the obstructing ivy leaves (which have been removed for clarity), these slender and determined roots showcase nature's resilience and adaptability. Through this remarkable photograph captured by Dr. Jeremy Burgess from Science Photo Library, we are offered a glimpse into the fascinating world of plants' survival strategies and their ability to thrive even under challenging circumstances.
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