Seed Collection (page 91)

Red Valerian Seeds (x2)
FEU-10 Red Valerian Seeds (x2) Centranthus ruber Geoff du Feu Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Sunflower - Close-up
CAN-1249 Sunflower - Close-up Helianthus annuus John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Sprouting coconut - Beach on West Island Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Indian Ocean
DH-3698 Sprouting coconut - on beach West Island Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Indian Ocean. Cocos nucifera Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Creeping Thistle - flower & seeds
USH-1287 Creeping THISTLE - Flower and seeds Cirsium arvense Duncan Usher Please note that prints are personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Dandelion seed head UK garden
SPH-3316 Dandelion - clock / seed head UK garden Taraxacum officinale Steve Hopkin Please note that prints are personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Frost on Holly
JD-18154-m Frost on Holly Ilex aquifolium John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Frost on Berberis Barbarossa
JD-18143 Frost on Berberis Barbarossa John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Robin
JD-15474-c Robin - in frost UK Erithacus rubecula John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Chinese Lantern / Bladder Cherry / Winter Cherry - Dripping after early frost and back lit, January
DAD-1740 Chinese Lantern / Bladder Cherry / Winter Cherry - Dripping after early frost and back lit, January Physalis alkekengi David C Dixon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Holly – with frosted berries 003114
BB-1090-m1 Holly with frosted berries Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Frost on Holly 003055
BB-1086 Frost on Holly Ilex aquifolium Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Frost on Holly 003061
BB-1085 Frost on Holly Ilex aquifolium Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Frost on Holly 003056
BB-1084 Frost on Holly Ilex aquifolium Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Frost on Holly 003058
BB-1083 Frost on Holly Ilex aquifolium Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Rimed, frosted berries
VG-9986 SKIMMIA - frosted berries Skimmia japonica Hardy evergreen shrub Paul Van Gaalen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cotoneaster Rimed berries
VG-8696 Cotoneaster - frosted berries Cotoneaster sp Paul Van Gaalen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Berries - covered in frost
VG-101 Berries - covered in frost Paul Van Gaalen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Dog Rose - Rose Hips covered in frost in winter
USH-1001 ROSEHIPS / Dog Rose - Hips covered in frost in winter Rosa canina Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Ivy In flower with Black Bryony Berries
ROG-11212 IVY - in flower and black Bryony berries Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Rosehip with frost in winter
ME-1299 Rosehip with frost in winter Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cotoneaster Berries with frost
ME-1298 Cotoneaster Berries with frost Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Almonds
LA-910 Almonds Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way. contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: 020 8318 1401

Frost on Holly 003057
BB-1082 Frost on Holly Ilex aquifolium Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Greenfinch - Perched on Guelder Rose bush in garden, frosty weather, winter. Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-1544 Greenfinch - Perched on Guelder Rose bush in garden, frosty weather, winter. Lower Saxony, Germany. Carduelis chloris Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Bullfinch - Male feeding on berries of Guelder Rose in garden, winter. Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-1504 Bullfinch - Male feeding on berries of Guelder Rose in garden, winter. Lower Saxony, Germany. Pyrrhula pyrrhula Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Female Type / Seeds Love
Words and music to a song, The Seeds of Love, with a picture of a lady who can t make up her mind who to choose

Whitsunday Island
A madreporic atoll comprising a ring-shaped coral reef, on which seeds borne by the wind have taken root

Whitneys Gin
WHITNEYs COTTON GIN which enabled cotton fibre to be separated from the seeds mechanically

Egyptian Sarcophagus
Oats grown from seeds found in the sarcophagus of an Egyptian priest of circa 700 BC, displayed by lecturer Rob Roy

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"Exploring the Cosmic Origins: Seeds of Life and Beyond" Intriguingly, seeds hold within them the secrets of our cosmic origins. Just like the cosmic microwave background that permeates our universe they can a testament to the vastness and interconnectedness of life. Take for instance Elaeis guineensis Jacq. , commonly known as African oil palm. This seed not only sustains livelihoods but also symbolizes resilience in Southeast Asia's rich culinary tapestry. The spices derived from these seeds add an explosion of flavors to Thai food, tantalizing taste buds across Thailand. Delving into history, we find William Cutbush and Sons meticulously cataloging plant anatomy through Victorian botanical illustrations. Their detailed depictions capture the essence of Ginkgo biloba, also known as maidenhair tree – a living fossil with medicinal properties celebrated since ancient times. Victorian botanical illustrations further unveil nature's pharmacy by showcasing various medicinal and herbal plants. From dandelion seeds gracefully floating away on gentle breezes to Quercus suber or cork oak providing sustainable materials, each seed holds immense potential for both healing and innovation. It was Carl Linnaeus who classified these diverse wonders in his groundbreaking work "Systema Naturae. " His meticulous categorization paved the way for understanding how every seed contributes to Earth's biodiversity. Zooming closer to home, Siskin & Tits flutter around squirrel-proof globe bird feeders in Bedfordshire UK. These tiny creatures rely on seeds as their primary source of nourishment while delighting us with their vibrant presence amidst nature's beauty. Seeds truly encapsulate life's remarkable journey - from their celestial origins hinted at by cosmic microwave background radiation to their vital role in sustaining ecosystems worldwide. Let us cherish these humble yet extraordinary entities that have shaped our planet throughout time immemorial.