Plant Stem Collection (#3)

Lime Tree Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Engraved Botanical Illustration of Lime Trees from The Flowering Plants and Ferns of Great Britain, Published in 1851. Copyright has expired on this artwork. Digitally restored

Trumpet creeper or Campsis radicans blossoms, illuminated by sunlight
Nature reserve of the saw Mariola in Bocairent, Valencian Community, Spain

Orchid flowers against grey background, close-up

Sweet Pea
In the sunny garden

Julia Longwing butterfly
Closeup of beautiful Julia Longwing butterfly perched on orange-red colored exotic flower

Cherished Annas Hummingbird
An Annas Hummingbird in-flight about to visit these summertime daisy-like flowers

Ladybird (Coccinellidae) with aphids (Aphidoidea), macro

Jay -Garrulus glandarius- perched on a tree stump, Germany, Europe

Caterpillar of an Old World Swallowtail -Papilio machaon-, Pleven region, Bulgaria

Century Plant (Agave americana), Greece
Century Plant (Agave americana) and ocean, Greece

Rosebud with insect
Macro of small insect on red rosebud with green background

Water lilies (Nymphaeaceae Euryale) floating in small tundra pond
Douglas Island, Alaska, USA

Windbreak of poplar trees (Populus sp. ), spring
Southland, South Island, New Zealand

Native forest with fern in foreground
West Coast, South Island, New Zealand

Jungermannia asplenioides
Illustration of a Jungermannia asplenioides

Beetroot
Illustration of a vegetable Beetroot

Aesculus hippocastanum (horse-chestnut or conker tree)
Illustration of a Aesculus hippocastanum, commonly known as horse-chestnut or conker tree

Acer platanoides (Norway maple)
illustration of a Acer platanoides (Norway maple)

Coffee under microscope
Illustration of a coffee under microscope

Fruit press
illustration of fruit press

Hyoscyamus niger (henbane, black henbane or stinking nightshade)
Illustration of a Hyoscyamus niger (henbane, black henbane or stinking nightshade)

Bark cloth tree, antiaris, false iroko, false mvule or upas tree (antiaris toxicaria)
Illustration of a Bark cloth tree, antiaris, false iroko, false mvule or upas tree (antiaris toxicaria)

Fraxinus excelsior a ash or common ashash, or European ash or common ash
Illustration of a Fraxinus excelsior a known as the ash, or European ash or common ash

Butterfly
Large Monarch butterfly with wings fully spread resting on flower in sunshine

White swallow-wort (Vincetoxicum hirundinaria)
Illustration of a white swallow-wort (Vincetoxicum hirundinaria)

Pulsatilla pratensis (small pasque flower)
Illustration of a Pulsatilla pratensis (small pasque flower)

Parsnip, Coriander, Hartwort, Hemlock (Cicuta virosa)
Illustration of a Parsnip, Coriander, Hartwort, Hemlock (Cicuta virosa)

Illustration of Silene conica (Sand catchfly), wildflowers

Illustration of Biscutella laevigata (Buckler mustard), yellow flowers

Illustration of Anagallis tenella (Bog pimpernel), leaves and pink flowers

Illustration of Dianthus gratianopolitanus (Cheddar pink), pink flowers

Illustration of Erysimum cheiranthoides (Treacle-mustard), leaves and yellow flowers on branching stems

Illustration of Atriplex portulacoides, syn. Halimione portulacoides (Sea purslane), leaves and yellow flowers

Illustration of Oxyria digyna (Mountain sorrel), flower spikes and leaves

Illustration of Persicaria maculosa (Redshank), branched stems with small reddish flowers

Illustration of Medicago lupulina (Black medick), flowers and fruit-pods

Illustration of Vaccinium oxycoccos (Common cranberry)

Illustration of an olive

Black and white illustration of hands wiring a dried globe artichoke, using a cane placed against the stem

Black and white illustration of hands lengthening a hollow stem, using a piece of stub wire (wiring flowers)

Black and white illustration of hands connecting to sections of a stem using a piece of stub wire (wiring flowers)

Black and white illustration of hands rubbing away the outer casings of an honesty seed head, to expose the silver centre filaments

Black and white illustration of hands wrapping dried hydrangea flower in tissue paper (storing dried flowers)

Black and white illustration of a bunch of dried flowers

Black and white illustration of dried stems of Typha sp. (Bulrush)

Black and white illustration of dried seed heads of Papaver sp. (Poppy)

Black and white illustration of hands removing leaves and bracts from Moluccella stem (preserving flowers)

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"Nature's Masterpiece: The Fascinating World of Plant Stems" Hedera helix, commonly known as English Ivy, gracefully embraces tree trunks and branches, adding a touch of elegance to the forest. Witness the enchanting life cycle of the Swallowtail Butterfly (Papilio machaon), from its humble pupa stage to its magnificent transformation into a vibrant adult butterfly. Ornithogalum umbellatum, also known as Star-of-Bethlehem, enchants us with its perennial beauty - delicate white flowers dancing atop green stems. A Praying Mantis perched on a plant stem showcases nature's perfect camouflage and stealthy hunting abilities. Medicago sativa or Alfalfa displays clusters of purple flowers and lush green leaves on long stems, providing both beauty and nourishment in one package. Discover the hidden treasure beneath the soil with Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa), whose sturdy stem supports an abundance of nutritious roots waiting to be harvested. Beware the allure of Atropa belladonna, better known as Deadly Nightshade; this plant's dark history reminds us that not all stems hold innocent intentions. Marvel at the Hummingbird Hawk-moth (Macroglossum stellatarum) as it delicately sips nectar from flowers using its long proboscis – a mesmerizing sight indeed. Deschampsia Caespitosa or Tussock grass stands tall with slender stems swaying gently in the wind – an emblematic symbol of resilience in harsh environments. Journey through Colorado's breathtaking landscapes where Green Ephedra thrives; Indian Tea and Green Mormon Tea (Ephedra viridis) offer solace amidst nature's grandeur. Delicate yet resilient, Gulf Fritillary Butterflies flutter gracefully around plant stems - their vibrant colors adding a touch of magic to any garden.