Anther Collection (page 2)

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

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

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

Sunflower (Helianthus annuus), close-up. Sunflower plantation in Cuestahedo, Merindad de Montija, Merindades, Burgos, Castilla y Leon, Spain. August

Flowering currant (Ribes sanguineum), close up of pink flowers. Banbridge, County Down, Northern Ireland, UK. April. Composite image

Harvest of saffron in the Navelli plateau. Abruzzo, Italy, Europe

Herb robert (Geranium robertianum) close up of stamens, Clare Glen woodland, Tandragee, County Armagh, Northern Ireland, UK. May

Wood anemone (Anemone nemorosa) flower, RHS Rosemoor, Great Torrington, Devon, UK. April

Western honeybee (Apis mellifera) pollinating Desert passionflower (Passiflora palmeri). Danzante Island, Loreto Bay National Park, Sea of Cortez, Mexico. May

Herb robert (Geranium robertianum) stamen detail, Clare Glen, Tandragee, County Armagh, Northern Ireland, UK

Cactus bees (Diadasia Rinconis) feeding on nectar and collecting pollen from Hedgehog cactus (Echinocereus) flower, Sonoran desert, Arizona, USA

Yellow loosestrife (Lysimachia punctata) close up of stamens, County Down, Northern Ireland. July

Greater stitchwort (Stellaria holostea) stamen detail, Brackagh Moss National Nature Reserve, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. April

Alstroemeria Lily, close up of stamens. Studio image

Tulip (Tuplia species) close up of anthers, Banbridge, County Down, Northern Ireland

Oriental Trumpet Lily

Swamp Rose Mallow

Perennial Alpine Flowering season Summer Cottage garden plant
Poppy, Papaver rupifragum Tangerine Parfait. Two flowers, one above the other with insect curled around anther of upper flower

Wild daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus) stamens and stigma

Ivy bee (Colletes hederae) female collecting pollen from Ivy (Hedera helix). Surrey, England, UK. October

Bumblebee (Bombus sp) looking for pollen amongst fallen Southern magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora) stamens. Surrey, England, UK. July

Marmalade hoverflies (Episyrphus balteatus), two feeding on pollen of Dwarf formosa lily (Lilium formosanum var. pricei). Surrey, England, UK. July

Hibiscus (Hibiscus sp) flower with stigmas and pollen covered stamens. Focus stacked

Crocus (Crocus sp) flower from above, closing in evening. Focus stacked

Water tulip (Cypella aquatilis) from above, in garden pond. Native to Brazil

Daffodil (Narcissus sp) opening, view from above. Focus stacked

Peach leaved bellflower (Campanula persicifolia) dissection, petals removed to show how stamens transfer pollen to style via secondary pollen presentation in bud stage. Focus stacked

Rhododendron (Rhododendron sp) flower, anthers and red stigma visible. Garden in Surrey, England, UK

Snakes head fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris), view into flower with linear green nectaries. In cultivation, Surrey, England, UK. April

Spider lily (Hymenocallis sp) flowering beside Lacantun River, Chiapas, Mexico

Evening primrose (Oenothera glazioviana) flowering at dusk in garden, Surrey, England, UK. August

Winter aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) flower and bud. Ring of nectaries formed from petals. In garden, Surrey, England, UK. February

Thorowax (Bupleurum rotundifolium) umbel with green bracts, backlit in studio

Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) flower, backlit with stamens and style visible through corolla. Dark spots on lower lip attract bumblebee pollinators. Pollinated by bumblebees with long proboscis

Love-in-a-mist (Nigella damascena) stamens fluroescing in UV light. Ring of nectaries are dark red with blue UV reflective hairs

Bumblebee (Bombus sp) and Honey bee (Apis mellifera) nectaring on Love-in-a-mist (Nigella damascena) flower. Anthers transferring pollen onto bee backs

Flowering rush (Butomus umbellatus) with stamens and stigma, nectar globules at base of carpels. Surrey, England, UK. Focus stacked

Red bowled anemone (Anemone bucharica) with dark stamens and patterns on petal bases to attract Scarab beetle (Eulasia sp) pollinators

Christmas rose (Helleborus niger) flower, pollen on dehisced anthers and on petals fluorescing in UV light. Nectar ring appearing red. Focus stacked

Blue passionflower (Passiflora caerulea). Flower is pollinated by larger bees. Focus stacked

Spider flower (Cleome sp) with long gonophores. View from above. Cultivated in garden, Surrey, England, UK. Native to South America

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) covered in pollen emerging from nectaring in Crocus (Crocus sp). On nature reserve, Surrey, England, UK. March

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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.