Geotropism Collection

Geotropism: The fascinating phenomenon where plants respond to gravity by growing towards or away from it

Broad bean, Vicia faba, germinating with main root and true leaves developing

Geotropism Collection: Aerial roots of Hydrangea petiolaris C017 / 7028

Aerial roots of Hydrangea petiolaris C017 / 7028
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

Geotropism Collection: Aerial roots of Hydrangea petiolaris C017 / 7025

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

Geotropism Collection: Aerial roots of Hydrangea petiolaris C017 / 7020

Aerial roots of Hydrangea petiolaris C017 / 7020
A young growing shoot of Hydrangea petiolaris, showing the development of adventitious aerial roots on one side of the stem. H

Geotropism Collection: Germinated seed, SEM

Germinated seed, SEM
Germinated seed. Image 4 of 4. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the final stage in the germination of a plant seed. The seed coat (testa) has been lost

Geotropism Collection: Roots of a pot-bound Buddleja plant

Roots of a pot-bound Buddleja plant
A tangle of roots of a pot-grown plant of Buddleja globosa, the Orange Ball Tree; a native of Chile and Argentina. The plant is pot-bound; prolonged culture in a flower-pot has resulted in the roots

Geotropism Collection: Germinating bean seed UK - root of germinating bean seed showing positive geotropism

Germinating bean seed UK - root of germinating bean seed showing positive geotropism, with first leaves just emerging
MAB-49 Germinating bean seed - root showing positive geotropism, with first leaves just emerging UK Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Geotropism: The fascinating phenomenon where plants respond to gravity by growing towards or away from it. Witness the captivating journey of a broad bean (Vicia faba) as its main root and true leaves begin to develop, displaying positive geotropism. Contrastingly, observe the intriguing aerial roots of Hydrangea petiolaris C017 (7025, 7028, 7020), growing in the opposite direction, showcasing negative geotropism. Delve deeper into this natural wonder through SEM images of germinating seeds, revealing the intricate root structures of a bean (UK) and a pot-bound Buddleja plant. Understanding geotropism adds a new dimension to our appreciation of the intricate and complex world of plant growth.