Pistil Collection (page 6)

Carnation flower pistil, SEM C016 / 0129
Carnation (Dianthus sp.) pistil, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pistils hold a plants female reproductive structures

Flower pistils, SEM C016 / 0058
Flower pistils, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pistils hold a plants female reproductive structures. They contain one or more carpels, which, in turn, contain a stigma

Pea flower pollination, SEM C016 / 0065
Pea flower pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (ovals) on the stigma of a garden pea flower (Pisum sativum)

Flower pistil, SEM C016 / 0060
Flower pistil, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pistils hold a plants female reproductive structures. They contain one or more carpels, which, in turn, contain a stigma

Hibiscus flower pistil, SEM C015 / 9160
Hibiscus flower pistil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Hibiscus sp. flower pistil. Pistils hold a plants female reproductive structures

Bellflower pistil, SEM C016 / 0064
Bellflower pistil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the pistil of a bellflower plant (Campanula sp.). The pistil is the female reproductive part of a flower

Flower pistils, SEM C016 / 0056
Flower pistils, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pistils hold a plants female reproductive structures. They contain one or more carpels, which, in turn, contain a stigma

Judas tree flower, SEM C016 / 0061
Judas tree flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the reproductive parts of the flower of the Judas tree, or redbud (Cercis sp.)

Flower pistil, SEM C016 / 0059
Flower pistil, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pistils hold a plants female reproductive structures. They contain one or more carpels, which, in turn, contain a stigma

Pea flower pollination, SEM C016 / 0066
Pea flower pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (ovals) on the stigma of a garden pea flower (Pisum sativum)

Bellflower pistil, SEM C016 / 0063
Bellflower pistil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the pistil of a bellflower plant (Campanula sp.). The pistil is the female reproductive part of a flower

Judas tree flower, SEM C016 / 0062
Judas tree flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the reproductive parts of the flower of the Judas tree, or redbud (Cercis sp.)

Flower structure, artwork C017 / 7232
Flower structure. Computer artwork showing the main structures of a typical flower. The flower is the reproductive unit of some angiosperm plants

Asiatic lily (Lilium asiatic) stigma, SEM
Asiatic lily (Lilium asiatic) stigma detail, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Magnification of main image x15, inset image x332 at an image size of 10 cm

Flower bud detail, SEM
Detail of inside a flower bud, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The flower is a cape fuchsia (Phygelius aequalis). Magnification is x14 at an image of 10cm wide

Asiatic lily (Lilium sp. )
Asiatic lily (Lilium sp.) flower

Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera sp. )
Christmas cactus flower (Schlumbergera sp.). This cactus originates from the Brazilian rainforest. In the wild is pollinated by hummingbirds

Section through a lily ovary with ovules
Light micrograph of a transverse section through the ovary of a lily, Lilium sp.. Two ovules (female gametes) are visible within each of the three hollow chambers of the ovary

Waterlily flower with water droplets, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Hibiscus flower opening to reveal its pistil and stamen - Maui, Hawaii

Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona, USA. Colorado four-o-clock in bloom (Mirabilis multiflora). Painted Desert

Hibiscus petal, sepal and calyx detail - Maui, Hawaii

Lily pads on the lake at the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, Grand Cayman, Cayman Island

Fierweed, Chamerion Augustifolium, Onagraceae, Evening Primrose. Macro of a single flower on the flower stem

Macro of side view of passion flower

Martinique, French Antilles, West Indies, Blue water lily (Nymphae coerulea) flower at Jardin de Balata (Balata Garden). Begun in 1982 Balata Garden was created by Jean-Philippe Thoze

Namibia, Etosha National Park. Macro detail of pink wildflowers during rainy season

Thailand, Bangkok. Banana flower

Chrysanthemum flower bud light micrograph
Chrysanthemum flower bud, light micrograph. At the centre of the bud is a female pistil (purple) surrounded by male anthers containing pollen bearing sacs (yellow)

Flower anatomy, SEM
Flower anatomy. Coloured freeze-fracture scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a flower with the top removed, showing a central ovary (pale pink, centre) containing ovules (green)

Poppy flower
Poppy (Papaver sp.) flower

Lily bud, light micrograph
Lily bud. Light micrograph of a cross-section through an immature lily bud (Lilium sp.), showing the male and female reproductive organs of the flower

Lily carpel, LM
Lily carpel. Light micrograph of a cross-section through a lily flower carpel (Lilium sp.), showing the three fused leaves that make up the pistil

Lily bud pistil and anthers, LM
Lily bud. Light micrograph of a cross-section through an immature lily bud (Lilium sp.), showing the male and female reproductive organs of the flower

Wallflower bud, light micrograph
Wallflower bud. Light micrograph of a cross-section through an immature wallflower bud (Cheiranthus cheiri), showing the male and female reproductive organs of the flower

Buttercup flower bud, light micrograph
Buttercup flower bud. Light micrograph of a cross-section through an immature wallflower bud (Ranunculus sp.), showing the male and female reproductive organs of the flower

Cucumber flower bud, light micrograph
Cucumber flower bud. Light micrograph of a longitudinal section through the flower bud of a cucumber (Cucurbita sp.). The female pistil (red)

Morning glory pollination, SEM
Morning glory pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a morning glory (Ipomoea sp.) flower pistil (fringed lobes) with attached pollen grains (round)

Pacific rhododendron (Rhododendron macrophyllum) flower pistils and stamen, Photographed in Manning Provincial Park, in south-western British Columbia, Canada

Euphorbia flower reproductive parts, SEM
Euphorbia flower reproductive parts. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the reproductive parts of a Euphorbia supina flower

Schlumbergera bridgesii
Christmas cactus flowers (Schlumbergera bridgesii). This cactus is found in the Organ Mountain forests, north of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is cultivated in Europe as a Christmas plant

Sweet pea flower pollination, SEM
Sweet pea pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (yellow) on the stigma (green) of a sweet pea flower (Lathyrus odoratus)

Arum plant spadix, light micrograph
Arum plant spadix. Light micrograph of a vertical section through the lower part of the spadix from a lords and ladies (Arum maculatum), or cuckoo pint, plant

Azalea pollen on a pistil, SEM
Azalea pollen. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen of an Azalea on a flower pistil. Pollen contains the male sex cells of a plant

Reproductive flower parts, SEM
Reproductive parts of flowers. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These are florets, the true flowers that form the flowering structures of plants in the Compositae family

Morning glory flower pollination, SEM
Morning glory flower pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (orange) on the stigma of a morning glory flower (Ipomoea learii)

Enkianthus flower, SEM
Enkianthus flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the reproductive structures inside an Enkianthus perulatus flower

Asian wild flower pistil, SEM
Asian wild flower pistil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Paederia scandens pistil. Pistils hold a plants female reproductive structure

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"Pistil: The Exquisite Beauty of Plant Anatomy Unveiled through Victorian Botanical Illustration and SEM Imagery" Delving into the intricate world of plant anatomy, the pistil takes center stage as a captivating subject. Victorian botanical illustrations beautifully capture its delicate structure, showcasing nature's artistry. Intriguingly, the Easter cactus stigma emerges as a focal point in SEM imagery, revealing its mesmerizing texture and detail. Its vibrant colors beckon pollinators to fulfill their crucial role in fertilization. The Pink Azalea Plant portrayed in a Victorian illustration showcases the pistil's elegance amidst lush foliage. A testament to the meticulous observation skills of botanists from yesteryears. SEM images unveil Morning glory pollen up close, displaying its unique shape and surface features. These microscopic grains hold immense significance as they travel through air or insects to reach receptive pistils. A Buttercup flower captured under SEM magnification reveals an enchanting view of its pistil. This image highlights how even seemingly ordinary flowers possess extraordinary beauty when observed at such scale. Pollen tubes of lily pollen showcased by SEM imaging offer insights into this fascinating process called pollination. These slender structures navigate their way towards ovules within the pistil, ensuring successful reproduction. The ethereal dance between pollinators and plants is encapsulated in stunning SEM images capturing moments of pollination itself - a vital step for species survival that relies on precise interaction with each flower's pistil. Amaryllis (Hippeastrum sp. ) stands tall with grace and grandeur while boasting an exquisite display of its reproductive parts under SEM scrutiny. The intricacies within the it can unveiled like never before, inviting admiration for nature's ingenuity. Euphorbia flower reproductive parts take center stage in another compelling SEM image series - offering glimpses into this diverse family's unique adaptations for successful reproduction via their distinctively shaped pistils.