Pistil Collection (page 8)

Hibiscus flower pollination, SEM
Hibiscus flower pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (small balls, lower centre) on the pistil of a Hibiscus sp. flower

Carnation flower pistil, SEM
Carnation flower pistil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the pistil of a carnation flower (Dianthus caryophyllus). The pistil is the female reproductive part of a flower

Zinnia flower pistil and pollen, SEM
Zinnia flower pistil and pollen. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Zinnia sp. flower pistil (green) and pollen grains (yellow). Pistils hold a plants female reproductive structures

Pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (orange) on the stigmas (tips of the green projections) of a flower

Marigold flower parts, light micrograph
Marigold flower parts. Light micrograph of a vertical section through a carpel or pistil (the female part) of a marsh marigold (Caltha palustris)

Morning glory stigma and pollen, SEM
Morning glory stigma and pollen. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stigma (brown) of a morning glory flower (Ipomoea sp.), with pollen grains (orange)

Heath flower anthers, SEM
Heath flower stamens. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stamens of a flower of a heath plant (Erica sp.)

Primrose stigma, SEM
Primrose stigma. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stigma (yellow) and style (lower left) of a primrose flower (Primula sp.)

Buttercup flower pistils, SEM
Buttercup flower pistil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of buttercup (Ranunculus sp.) flower pistils. A pistil is the female reproductive structure, composed of one or more carpels

Flower pistil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a flower pistil. The pistil is the female reproductive part of the flower

Pistil of a cinquefoil flower, SEM
Pistil of a flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of part of the pistil of a cinquefoil flower (Potentilla sp.)

Flowers, SEM
Reproductive flower parts. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of unidentified flowers. The sepals (green) surround and protect central reproductive parts (yellow)

Cranesbill pistil, SEM
Cranesbill pistil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of the pistil of a cranesbill plant (Geranium sp.). The pistil is the female reproductive part of a flower

Pea flower pollination, SEM
Pea flower pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (yellow) on the stigma (green) of a garden pea flower (Pisum sativum)

Flower reproductive parts, SEM
Flower reproductive parts. Coloured SEM (scanning electron micrograph) of the reproductive parts of an unidentified flower

Rosebay pollination, SEM
Rosebay pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the pistil (orange) and stamens (yellow) of a rosebay (Nerium oleander) flower

Cactus flower pistil, SEM
Cactus flower pistil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cactus flower pistil. Pistils hold a plants female reproductive structures

Chameleon plant pistil, SEM
Chameleon plant pistil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the pistil of a flower of the chameleon plant (Houttuynia cordata). The pistil is the female reproductive part of a flower

Geranium flower stigma, SEM
Geranium flower stigma. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stigma of a geranium flower (Geranium thunbergii)

Bellflower pistil, SEM
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

Periwinkle flower pollination, SEM
Periwinkle flower pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a grain of pollen (lower left) on the stigma of a periwinkle flower (family Apocynaceae)

Stamens and carpels, SEM
Stamens and carpels. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stamens (male, yellow) and carpels (female) of the Houttuynia cordata plant

Plant pores, SEM
Plant pores. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of stomata (pores) on the pistil of a bellflower (Adenophora sp.). Stomata are the site of gaseous exchange, or respiration

Pollinated flower pistil, SEM
Pollinated flower pistil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen (round, orange) on the stigmas (yellow) of a field pennycress (Thlaspi arvense) flower pistil

Whiteweed flower pistils, SEM
Whiteweed flower floret pistils. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the pistils (red, the female reproductive organs) emerging from the true flowers or florets (yellow)

Tulips reproductive structures. The female part of the flower is the carpel, at the top of which is the stigma. This is supported on the style

Pea flower stigma, SEM
Pea flower stigma. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of a common or garden pea flower (Pisum sativum) stigma

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

Indian mallow (Abutilon x hybridum)
Indian mallow flowers (Abutilon x hybridum)

Passion flower (Passiflora antioquiensis)
Red banana passion flower (Passiflora antioquiensis)

Lily (Lilium Apollo )
Lily flowers (Lilium Apollo )

Water lily detail of a blossom Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany
SAS-250 Water lily - detail of a blossom Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany Nymphaea alba Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are personal display purposes only

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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.