Monocotyledon Collection (page 9)

Bromeliad flowering in cloud forest, Choco region, Northwestern Ecuador

Orchid bee (Euglossa sp. ) visits an orchid in cloud forest, Choco region
Orchid bee (Euglossa sp.) visits an orchid in cloud forest, Choco region, Northwestern Ecuador

Artistic shot of immature woodland and bluebells at Broxwater, Cornwall, UK. April

Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) silhouetted at twilight, double exposure, Broxwater, Cornwall, UK. February 2017

Meadow of Neptune seagrass (Posidonia oceanica), Chersonissos, Heraklion, Crete, Greece

Black-tailed wrasse (Symphodus melanocercus) sheltering within Neptune seagrass (Posidonia oceanica). Agia Pelagia, Heraklion, Crete, Greece

Neptune seagrass (Posidonia oceanica) meadow, Samaria National Park, Chania, Crete, Greece

A school of Siganids (Siganus rivulatus) fish swimming over meadow of little Neptune seagrass (Cymodocea nodosa). Agia Pelagia, Heraklion, Crete, Greece

Neptune seagrass meadow (Posidonia oceanica) in the coastal zone of the Samaria National Park, Chania, Crete

Common cottongrass (Eriophorum angustifolium) growing in a valley bog, Mendip Hills, Somerset, England, UK, June

Soaptree yucca (Yucca elata) on gypsum dun, White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, USA. December

Autumn crocus or meadow saffron (Colchicum autumnalis) in Lower Woods, Gloucestershire, England, UK, September

Wild daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus) stamens and stigma

White helleborine (Cephalanthera damasonium) at Buckholt Wood, Gloucestershire, England, UK, June

Summer snowflake (Leucojum aestivum), restricted to the Thames Valley. Withymead, near Goring, Oxfordshire, England, UK, April

Bath asparagus or spiked star of Bethlehem, (Ornithogalum pyrenaicum) at Cleeve Wood, Avon, England, UK, June

Ramsons or wild garlic (Aliium ursinum) Westridge Woods, Gloucestershire, England, UK, May

Musk orchid (Herminium monorchis) growing on the scarp slope of the Cotswolds at Crickley Hill, Gloucestershire, England, UK, July

Military orchid (Orchis miliitaris) a very rare orchid in Britain, here growing at Homefield Wood in Buckinghamshire, England, UK, May

Herb paris (Paris quadrifolia) in Lower Woods, Gloucestershire, UK. April

Greater butterfly orchid (Platanthera chlorantha) Lower Woods, Gloucestershire, England, UK, June

Englsih bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) Ashridge Wood, Berkshire, England, UK, April

Frog orchid (Dactylorhiza viride) growing on the machair at Horgabost, South Harris, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK, July

Common cottongrass (Eriophorum angustifolium) at sunset, growing in a valley bog, Mendip Hills, Somerset, England, UK, June

Common twayblade (Neottia ovata) a common specied of orchid of both woodland and grassland, here growing with green-winged orchids at Clarkes Pool Meadow, Gloucestershire, England, UK, May

Commonly planted in churchyards, Common snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) growing here in St Cuthberts Church, Ormesby, Middlesbrough, England, UK, March

Common snowdrops (Galanthis nivalis) growing in the Rococo Gardens, Painswick, Gloucestershire, Engalnd, UK. February

Common snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) growing at Welford Park, Berkshire, England, UK, February

Burnt orchid (Orchis ustulata) in a lowland hay meadow, Clattinger Farm, Wiltshire, England, UK, June

Broad-leaved helleborine (Epipactis helleborine) an orchid of woodland shade, Buckholt Wood, Gloucestershire, England, UK, July

Sunrise over Klein Schietveld heathland with Cottongrass (Eriophorum) Brasschaat, Belgium, April

Burnt-tip orchid (Neotinea ustulata) group flowering in species rich ancient alpine meadow. North Tyrol, Austria. June

Fragrant orchids (Gymnadenia conopsea) amongst wildflowers in ancient alpine meadow. North Tyrol, Austria. June

Bog asphodel (Narthecium ossifragum), Groot Schietveld, Wuustwezel, Belgium. June

Soaptree yucca (Yucca elata) and twilight sky, showing Belt of Venus (blue of earth's shadow on the atsmophere)
Soaptree yucca (Yucca elata) and twilight sky, showing Belt of Venus (blue of earth's shadow on the atsmophere below pink of sunset). White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, USA. November

Flower (Notholirion macrophyllum) in mountain habitat, Mt Qomolangma National Park, Qinghai Tibet Plateau, China

Solitary bee (Apoidea) feeding on Crocus (Crocus korolkowii), covered in pollen. Ansob Pass, Tajikistan. April

Wasp (Hymenoptera) robbing nectar from Henrys lily (Lilium henryi). Surrey, England, UK. August

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

Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) carpeting Conservation Area, Kew Gardens, London, UK. May

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

Hairy banana (Musa velutina) flowering in glasshouse, Kew Gardens, London, UK. Native to Himalayas

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

Elephant yam flower (Amorphophallus paeoniifolius) spadix surrounded by spathe. Cultivated in glasshouse

Austral blackbird (Curaeus curaeus) with pollen on head after nectaring on Blue puya (Puya berteroniana). Parque Ingles, Chile. December

Long-horned bee (Eucera sp. ), two crawling into Wild gladiolus (Gladiolus atroviolaceus)
Long-horned bee (Eucera sp.), two crawling into Wild gladiolus (Gladiolus atroviolaceus) flower to roost at night. Turkey. May

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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.