Monocotyledon Collection (page 4)

Path through woodland with Wild garlic (Allium ursinum) in flower, Hampshire, England, UK, May

Montane rainforest orchid, near FakFak, Mainland New Guinea, Western Papua, Indonesian New Guinea, on the Science et Images " Expedition Papua, in the footsteps of Wallace, by Iris Foundation

Spring crocus (Crocus vernus) flowering en masse on the Campo Imperatore, Abruzzo, Italy. April

Lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis) Vosges, France, April

RF - View up Quiver tree (Aloidendron dichotomum), Western Cape, South Africa

Tritonia crocatia, flame freesia Watercolour on vellum, 1794 by Mary Lawrance (fl.1790-1830) Held in the Library and Archives

Luskentyre beach/sands, marram grasses and early morning sunlight, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK. October 2018

Palm (Areaceae) leaves silhouetted in mist at dawn, Royal Chitwan National Park, Nepal

Wild garlic (Allium ursinum) flowering in woodland, Boscastle, Cornwall, England, UK. April

Quiver tree (Aloe dichotoma) with the Milky Way at night, and light pollution from town in the distance, Keetmanshoop, Namibia. Colours accentuated digitally

Beech trees (Fagus sylvatica) and english bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta). Early mornig light. West Wood, nr Marlborough, Wiltshire, UK. May 2021

Sunrays penetrating a Seagrass meadow (Zostera Marina) Helford River, Falmouth, Cornwall, UK. April

Kokerboom or Quiver Tree (Aloe dichotoma) in mist, Quiver tree forest, Kalahari, Namibia

Bird of paradise (Strelitzia reginae) close up with Ant (Formicidae) Tenerife, Canary Islands

A sprouting coconut floating in the sea close to the shore, Yap, Micronesia, Pacific Ocean

Bunch-flowered narcissus (Narcissus tazetta) flower head, growing on limestone, Umbria, Italy. February

Snakelocks anemone (Anemonia viridis) growing on a stalk of Eelgrass (Zostera marina) on the seabed, Isle of Coll, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK, Atlantic Ocean. August

Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) perched on a bulrush, Devpm, UK, November

Elephant foot yam (Amorphophallus paeoniifolius) one of largest flowers in the world. Blooming in Papillote Garden, Dominica, West Indies

Queen conch (Aliger gigas) in a seagrass (Thalassia testudinum) meadow, Bahamas

Madonna sun orchid (Thelymitra silena). Tasmania, Australia. October

Gunns tree orchid (Sarcochilus australis). Tasmania, Australia. November

Common spotted orchid and Southern marsh orchid hybrid (Dactyloriza x grandis) in flower. Leicestershire, England, UK. Focus stacked

Common spotted orchid (Dactylorhiza fuchsii). Volehouse Moor Devon Wildlife Trust Reserve, England, UK. June

Iris (Iris pseudacorus) flower and seed pod illustration

Banded sea krait (Laticauda colubrina) hunting in seagrass bed. Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Bonnethead shark (Sphyrna tiburo) hunting amongst fish in Turtlegrass (Thalassia testudinum) seagrass bed, view from below

Neptune seagrass (Posidonia oceanica) bed, sun rays shining through water. A patch of seagrass bed in the Mediterranean sea is considered to be the oldest living organism on earth. Spain. June

Atlantic blue crab (Callinectes sapidus) hunting in Turtlegrass (Thalassia testudinum) seagrass bed, view towards sky. Florida Keys, Florida, USA

Spiny seahorse (Hippocampus guttulatus) adult female in a meadow of (Zostera marina) seagrass. Studland Bay, Dorset, England, United Kingdom. English Channel, North East Atlantic Ocean

Coastal agave (Agave shawii) flowering in Sonoran Desert. Near Bahia de Los Angeles, Baja California, Mexico

Desert lily (Hesperocallis undulata). Lower Colorado Desert, Northern Baja, Mexico

Rufous-tailed hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) feeding from Heliconia flower (Heliconia champneiana) La Selva Field Station, Costa Rica

Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) agianst white background, Mull, Scotland

Autumn Lady s-tresses orchid (Spiranthes spiralis) locally rare plant. Epsom Downs, Surrey, England, August

Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) landing at its nest in a Bald cypress tree (Taxodium distichum) draped with epiphytic Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides). Blue Cypress Lake, Florida, USA. April

Yellow tulip (Tulipa australis / Tulipa sylvestris ssp australis) Grande, Sibillini, Appennines, Umbria, Italy, May

Sea snails (Smaragdia viridis) on Little neptune seagrass (Cymodocea nodosa) Tenerife, Canary Islands

Flowering-rush (Butomus umbellatus), locally rare plantLangham Ponds SSSI, Surrey, England, July

Gray snapper (Lutjanus griseus) shoal swimming over Turtle grass (Thalassia testudinum), Jardines de la Reina / Gardens of the Queen National Park, Caribbean Sea, Ciego de Avila, Cuba

Noble pen shell (Pinna nobilis) is the largest bivalve in the Mediterranean. It is mostly found in seagrass meadows (Posidonia oceanica). National Marine Park of Alonissos Northern Sporades, Greece

Kokerboom or Quiver Tree (Aloe dichotomum), a species of aloe indigenous to Southern Africa. Quiver tree forest, Kalahari, Namibia

Little Tern (Sterna albifrons) at the nest amongst Black oats (Avena strigosa) North Uist, Scotland, UK, July

Wild tulip (Tulipa sylvestris) a scarce naturalised plant in the UK. Gloucestershire, England, UK, April

Whorled solomons seal (Polygonatum verticillatum) England, UK, July

Sword-leaved helleborine (Cephalanthera longifolia) at Chappetts Copse, Hampshire, England, UK, May

Snakeshead fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris) close up

Northern marsh orchid (Dactylorhiza purpurella) at Teesmouth National Nature Reserve, North Gare near Hartlepool, Cleveland, England, UK, 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.