Monocotyledon Collection (page 10)

Afghanistan Juno iris (Iris cycloglossa) with yellow nectar guides. In cultivation, Kew Gardens, London, England, UK. Native to Afghanistan

Wasp (Vespula germanica) nectaring on Pineapple lily (Eucomis comosa). Pollen is deposited on underside of wasps hairy body and transferred to stigma of next flower visited

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

Red admiral (Vanessa atalanta) basking in sun, on Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis). In garden, Surrey, England, UK. February

Honeybee (Apis mellifera) with full pollen baskets and pollen on head, thorax and abdomen. Bee withdrawing from Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) flower after nectaring. In garden, Surrey, England, UK

Scarab beetles sleeping overnight in Persian marsh orchid (Dactylorhiza umbrosa). Turkey. June

Sunbeams shining through Bamboo (Bambusidae) leaves. Shunan Zhuhai National Park, Sichuan Province, China

Golden spider lily (Lycoris aurea) in rain. Yunnan Province, China. In Japan it is pollinated by swallowtail butterflies

Pandan (Pandanus sp. ) growing in the Sabangau River, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia
Pandan (Pandanus sp.) growing in the Sabangau River, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia

Elephant yam (Amorphophallus paeoniifolius) in UV light, lower band with female flowers, male flowers above

Voodoo lily (Amorphophallus bulbifer), female flowers fluroescing in UV light, male flowers above. Native to Yunnan, China

Strips of cultivated Black oats (Avena strigosa), grown by crofters, who create sillage and feed it to their cattle in the winter. Berneray, North Uist, Scotland, UK, July

Tassel hyacinth (Muscari comosum) flower. Cyprus. April

Fragrant bug orchid (Anacamptis coriophora), close up. Cyprus. April

Star of Bethlehem (Ornithogalum narbonense) flower, insect on petal. Cyprus. April

Tassel hyacinth (Muscari comosum) flower from above. Cyprus. April

Umbilicate woodcock orchid (Ophrys umbilicata) flowers. Cyprus. April

Moriche plam tree (Mauritia flexuosa) at Laguna Grande in an area of flooded forest, Cuyabeno wildlife reserve, Sucumbios, Amazon rainforest, Ecuador, July, Cuyabeno wildlife reserve, Sucumbios

Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) and Beech (Fagus sylvatica) leaves, England, UK, May

Marbled white butterfly (Melanargia galathea) resting on Heath spotted orchid (Dactylorhiza)
Marbled white butterfly (Melanargia galathea) resting on Heath spotted orchid (Dactylorhiza maculata) flower, Dunsdon, Devon, UK, July

RF- Bluebell carpet (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) among beech trees (Fagus sylvatica). West Woods, near Marlborough, Wiltshire, UK. May

American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) with mouth open over seagrass bed, Chinchorro Banks Biosphere Reserve, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Cluster of Burnt or Burnt-tip Orchids (Neotinea ustulata) in a Alpine meadow. Tyrol, Austria

Marsh fritillary butterfly (Euphydryas aurinia) feeding on Wild garlic / Ramsons (Allium ursinum) at Strawberry Banks, Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust (GWT), Nature Reserve, Gloucestershire, UK. May

Marsh helleborine (Epipactis palustris) close up of two flowers showing front view, Hertfordshire, England, UK, June. Focus stacked image

Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) growing in Il Sasseto, Torrealfina, Lazio, Italy

Pristine Coco de mer forest (Lodoicea maldivica) with brook, Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site, Praslin Island, Republic of Seychelles

Prayer plant (Calathea plowmanii) close up of leaf, TU Delft Botanical Garden, Netherlands, August

Orchid (Bulbophyllum sp) on white background, Botanic Garden Leiden, Netherlands, July

Close up of Calathea bachemiana leaf. Occurs in Brazil. TU Delft Botanical Garden, Netherlands, August

Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) in woodland near Minterne Magna, Dorset, England, UK, April

Track through Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) in the woods near Minterne Magna, Dorset, England, UK, April

RF - Yellow groove bamboo (Phyllostachys aureosulcata) stems, Hortus Botanicus Leiden, Netherlands, July

Snakes head fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris) in flower, sillouetted against the setting sun, Cricklade, Wiltshire, UK. April 2015

Small elephant hawk-moth (Deilephila porcellus) on Common spotted orchid (Dactylorhiza fuchsii) Wiltshire, UK, May

Ripe Barley (Hordeum vulgare) ears black and white backlit image

Pyrenean squill (Scilla lilio-hyacinthus), Ibarra, Orozko, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. March

Bearded tit (Panurus biarmicus), five perched on Reed (Phragmites australis). Danube Delta, Romania. May

Man orchid (Orchis anthropophorum) Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, southern Spain. April

Pyramidal orchid (Anacamptis pyramidalis) Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, southern Spain, June

Orchid (Orchis langei) in sunset light, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, southern Spain, May

Orchid (Orchis olbiensis), Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, Benaocaz, southern Spain, May

Mirror orchid (Ophrys speculum) in the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, El Bosque, southern Spain, April

European common frog (Rana temporaria) with Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) Clare Glen, Tandragee, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. May

Orchid (Nigritella cornelliana) Mercantour National Park, Provence, France, June

Pink flower, Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve, Sichuan Province, China

Round-leaved orchis (Habenaria orbiculata) flowers, New Brunswick, Canada, July

Clintonia / Clintons lily (Clintonia borealis) New Brunswick, Canada, June

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Monocotyledons, also known as monocots, encompass a diverse group of plants that exhibit unique characteristics. One such example is Narcissus tazetta, commonly referred to as the tazetta daffodil. With its delicate white petals and vibrant yellow center, this flower adds a touch of elegance to any garden. Livistona humilis, or the sand palm, thrives in sandy coastal regions and showcases its resilience with its fan-shaped leaves. Its ability to withstand harsh conditions makes it a popular choice for landscaping projects near beaches. Elaeis guineensis Jacq. , better known as the African oil palm, holds great economic significance due to its fruit's high oil content. This versatile plant plays a vital role in various industries ranging from food production to cosmetics. Strelitzea sp. , commonly called the bird of paradise flower, captivates onlookers with its striking orange and blue petals resembling an exotic bird in flight. Native to South Africa, this tropical beauty brings a touch of paradise wherever it blooms. Snowdrop (Galanthus Sp. ) single flower emerges amidst snowy landscapes in Buckinghamshire, England during February. These delicate white blossoms symbolize hope and renewal as they brave the winter chill. Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) create enchanting carpets on Eype Down while Colmers Hill stands majestically in the background. The sight of these vibrant blue flowers heralds springtime's arrival and fills the air with their sweet fragrance. Macrozamia communis or burrawang palm boasts robust fronds that add texture and depth to any landscape design. Indigenous to Australia, this ancient plant has survived for millions of years thanks to its adaptability. Flame lily (Gloriosa sp. ) dazzles with fiery red-orange petals delicately curled like flames dancing in the wind. This captivating vine represents passion and beauty, making it a popular choice for gardens and floral arrangements.