Bracts Collection

Daisy bud, SEM
Daisy. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of a daisy bud (family Asteraceae, formerly Compositae). The protective bracts (green) cover clusters of tiny flowers, or florets

astrantia carniolica rubra, masterwort, dwarf red masterwort
4468 Masterwort - Dwarf red masterwort Astrantia carniolica Rubra Astrantia Masterwort A.carniolica " Rubra"

astrantia major hadspen blood, astrantia, masterwort, red subject
Astrantia major Hadspen Blood Astrantia / Masterwort Red subject

acanthus spinosus, bears breeches, purple subject
Acanthus spinosus Bears breeches Purple subject

eryngium variifolium, sea holly, blue subject
Eryngium variifolium Sea holly Blue subject

eryngium alpinum, sea holly, green subject
Eryngium alpinum Sea holly Green subject

Teazle seed heads

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Autumn aster flowers of Aster Cordifolius Little Carlow

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Autumn aster flowers of Aster Cordifolius Little Carlow

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Closeup of an anthurium inflorescence

Setcreasea Purpurea Purple Heart Plant Commelinaceae
A Purple Heart plant, Setcreasea purpurea, with a pink flower

Poinsettia Marren mature plant with pink bracts for Christmas market

Illustration, clustered pink flower bracts and short-stalked leaves of Bougainvillea glabra

Anemone pavonina, red flowers on slender stalks, with bracts further down stalk at a distance from flowers, and three lobed leaves

USA, Washington, Pinecone

Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus Fastigiata)
Three-lobed bracts and developing nuts on a Hornbeam tree (Carpinus betulus Fastigiata) in autumn

Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea sp. ) close-up of flowers and bracts, growing beside blue garden gate, Santorini, Cyclades
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea sp.) close-up of flowers and bracts, growing beside blue garden gate, Santorini, Cyclades, Aegean Sea, Greece, September

Common Mountain Bell - Stirling Ranges, near Mount Barker, south-west Australia
ROG-13842 Common Mountain Bell Stirling Ranges, near Mount Barker, south-west Australia Darwinia lejostyla Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Pacific Dogwood (Cornus nuttallii) flowering, close-up of bracts, Northern California, U. S. A. july
Pacific Dogwood (Cornus nuttallii) flowering, close-up of bracts, Northern California, U.S.A. july

Oriental Hornbeam (Carpinus orientalis) close-up of leaves and fruit, Bulgaria, may

Dandelion flower, light micrograph
Dandelion flower. Light micrograph of a section through a flower from a dandelion (Taraxacum officinalis) plant. The flower stem (bottom) is made up of parenchyma cells (light blue)

Eryngium alpinum flowers
Alpine see holly (Eryngium alpinum) flowers. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in July

Masterwort (Astrantia major) flowers. Photographed in July

Female yew tree flower, light micrograph
Female yew tree flower. Light micrograph of a longitudinal section through a female flower of the yew tree (Taxus baccata)

Daisy fleabane flower, SEM
Daisy fleabane flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the flower head of daisy fleabane (Erigeron sp.). This " flower" is actually a compound inflorescence composed of many

Greater burdock burr caught on wool
Greater burdock burr (Arctium lappa) caught on wool. The burr contains individual fruits (achenes) attached by a papery bract (modified leaf, top)

Zinnia disc floret, SEM
Zinnia disc floret. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Zinnia sp. flower head disc floret. This floret (true flower) is found in the central (disc) region of the flower head

Dogwood (Cornus Norman Hadden )
Dogwood flowers (Cornus Norman Hadden )

Globe artichoke (Cynara scolymus)

Wild teasel flowers (Dipsacus fullonum)

Hazel nuts on a hazel tree (Corylus avellana). Hazel nuts grow from bracts (green, spiky) in bunches of between one and four. The nuts ripen in September and October. Photographed in August

Bougainvillea plant (Bougainvillea sp.) over a wall

Physalis alkekengi Franchetti
Chinese lantern fruit (Physalis alkekengi Franchetti ). Photographed in October

Bougainvillea flowers (Bougainvillea sp.). Photographed in the Majorelle Garden, Marrakech, Morocco

Poppy (Papaver sp. )
Poppy (Papaver sp.)

Everlasting flower (Bracteantha bracteata. The everlasting or strawflower flowers from spring until autumn. What look like the flowers petals are actually bracts (modified leaves)

Bunchberry / Western Bunchberry (Cornus unalaschkensis), previously included in Cornus canadensis
ROG-12988 Bunchberry / Western Bunchberry Cascade Mountains, Oregon, USA Cornus unalaschkensis previously included in Cornus canadensis Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display

Dwarf cornel (Cornus suecica = Chamaepericlymenum suecicum) in flower. Rare in UK (Scotland)
ROG-12644 Dwarf cornel Rare in UK (Scotland) Cornus suecica Latin also Chamaepericlymenum suecicum Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Exploring the Intricate Beauty of Bracts: From Daisy Buds to Sea Holly and Poinsettias" Delving into the world of bracts, we uncover the hidden wonders within a daisy bud under an SEM microscope. The vibrant Astrantia carniolica rubra, also known as masterwort or dwarf red masterwort, showcases its stunning bracts in all their glory. Captivating us with its rich red hues, Astrantia major hadspen blood steals the spotlight as one of nature's finest bract beauty. Acanthus spinosus, commonly called bears breeches, mesmerizes with its purple-hued bracts that add a touch of elegance to any garden landscape. Meet Eryngium variifolium, or sea holly - this blue subject boasts intricate bracts that resemble delicate thistles and are sure to captivate any observer. Eryngium alpinum enchants us with its sea holly charm and green-hued bracts that effortlessly blend into lush surroundings. Just in time for Christmas markets, Poinsettia Marren takes center stage with mature plants adorned by pink bracts – a festive sight to behold. BAL08421RF009 and BAL08421RF008 showcase close-ups of unidentified yet captivating bract formations – nature's artistry at its best. Setcreasea Purpurea Purple Heart Plant from the Commelinaceae family displays unique purple-colored foliage accompanied by subtle but fascinating bract formations. Once again showcasing Astrantia major hadspen blood's allure, these radiant red subjects remind us why they are truly masters among other floral beauties.