Stamens Collection (page 7)

Aubergine (Solanum melongena) flower. Close-up of a flower on an aubergine plant. Photographed in Orvieto, Umbria, Italy

Lily (Lilium Scheherazade )
Family: Liliaceae Genus: lilium Cultivar/hybrid Scheherazade Oriental trumpet lily, Dorset, UK August 2010

Dandelion flower
Side view close up of dandelion flower. Dorset, UK April 2010

Pyrenean lily (Lilium pyrenaicum) flower. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in May

Thunbergs geranium (Geranium thunbergii) flower. Photographed in the Primorsky Territory, Russia

Japanese aster (Kalimeris incisa) flower. Photographed in the Primorsky Territory, Russia

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)

Geranium vlassovianum flower. Photographed in the Primorsky Territory, Russia

Chorisis repens flowers. Photographed in the Primorsky Territory, Russia

Heteropappus hispidus flower. Photographed in the Primorsky Territory, Russia

Bee on a rockrose (Cistus ladanifer)
Bee (Apis sp.) on a rockrose (Cistus ladanifer) flower. Photographed in Andalucia, Spain

Hoary Plantain (Plantago media)
Flowers of Hoary Plantain (Plantago media) growing in calcareous grassland in Slovenia

Common asphodel (Asphodelus albus)
Flowers of Common asphodel (Asphodelus albus) in France

Carnic Lily (Lilium carniolicum)
Flowers of Carnic Lily (Lilium carniolicum), growing in the Julian Alps, Slovenia

Cocksfoot Grass (Dactylis glomerata) in flower, showing both anthers and stamens

Martagon Lily (Lilium martagon) flowers with raindrops, in the Ecrins National Park, French Alps, France

Helianthemum apenninum
White Rock-rose (Helianthemum apenninum) in flower. Photographed growing on limestone in France. This plant is very rare to find growing on limestone in the United Kingdom

Hoary rock-rose (Helianthemum canum) in flower on a limestone bank in France. This plant is very rare in the United Kingdom

Glacier lily (Erythronium grandiflorum) flowering in the snow. Photographed on Mount Rainier, Cascade Mountains, Washington, USA

Starry saxifrage (Saxifraga stellaris) in flower. Photographed in the Cairngorms National Park, Scottish Highlands, in June

Tulip (Tulipa pulchella) flower. Close-up of the centre of a tulip flower showing the reproductive parts. Six stamens can be seen in a ring around the stigma (pale yellow)

Common wasp feeding on a flower
Common wasp. Close-up of a common wasp (Vespula vulgaris) feeding on nectar from bramble (Rubus sp.) flower. Photographed in August

Knapweed (Centaurea aegialophila)
Knapweed flower (Centaurea aegialophila) on a beach. This flower is endemic to Cyprus

Scarlet pimpernel flowers. The blue form is Anagallis arvensis caerulea and the red form is Anagallis arvensis arvensis. Photographed in Crete

Agapanthus Regal Beauty flower

Cypriot tulip flower (Tulipa cypria). This plant is endemic to Cyprus. Photographed in the Akamas peninsula in Cyprus

Weldenia candida flowers. This is a rare alpine flower from Mexico that is also grown as an ornamental plant

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Cooperi
Checkered hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Cooperi ) flower

Mimosa (Acacia dealbata subalpina) tree in flower. This plant is typically found at high altitudes in the Snowy Mountains, Australia

Helleborus White Christmas
Hellebore (Helleborus White Christmas ) in flower

Fairy Lily (Zephyranthes candida), also known as Rain Lily, in flower

Leopard lily (Lilium pardalinum) flowers. Photographed on Mount Eddy, Klamath Mountains, northern California, USA

Tibouchina urvilleana
Princess Flower (Tibouchina urvilleana) in flower

Crocus tommasinianus in flower in February, showing the stigma with its brush-like end and the pollen covered stamens around it

Kahili Ginger (Hedychium gardnerianum)
Flowers of Kahili Ginger (Hedychium gardnerianum), also known as Ginger Lily

Cocksfoot (Dactylis glomerata) seedheads, a common grass for grazing and hay making. This grass is a major cause of hay fever as it produces copious amounts of wind-borne pollen creating problems for

Bumblebee collecting pollen. Close-up of a bumblebee (Bombus sp.) collecting pollen from the stamens of a flower

Lily (Lilium Scherazade ) flower in the Summer

Love in the mist flower (Nigella sp. )
Love in the mist flower (Nigella sp.). The seeds of the plant, known as black cumin, are used as a spice in cookery and also medicinally as a diuretic

Primula polyanthus Hose in Hose
Polyanthus flowers (Primula polyanthus Hose in Hose ). Part of the flower has been cut away to show detail of the inside

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

Pansy flower, SEM
Pansy flower reproductive parts. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of reproductive parts from the flower of a pansy (Viola sp.) plant

Stamens of a flower. The stamens are made up of long filaments tipped with pollen-bearing anthers (brown). In the centre of the six stamens is the carpel, the female reproductive structure

Mimosa flowers, SEM
Mimosa flower stamens. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of flowers and stamens of Mimosa sp. plants. Many stamens (male reproductive parts) are seen

Columbine flower stamens, SEM
Columbine flower stamens. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stamens (male sexual parts) of a columbine flower (Aquilegia sp.)

Thunberg spirea, SEM
Thunberg spirea (Spiraea thunbergii). Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a flower of Thunberg spirea, a member of the rose family, found in China and Japan

Geranium flower. Macrophotograph of the reproduc- tive parts of a Geranium clarkei flower. Several stamens are seen around the central carpel (dark, upper centre)

Lily flower reproduction. Reproductive parts of a lily flower (Lilium sp.). The male stamens consist of a filament topped by a pollen bearing anther (orange)

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Stamens: Nature's Intricate Masterpieces From the vibrant Pohutukawa tree with its brilliant red flowers in New Zealand's Kaikoura to the delicate Tea flower stamens observed under a scanning electron microscope (SEM), the world of a captivating one. Zooming in further, we discover the intricate details of Forget-me-not flower stamens, revealing their fascinating structure through SEM imaging. Meanwhile, Hong Kong showcases its unique beauty with the elegant blooms of the Bauhinia blakeana or Hong Kong orchid tree during December. The Desert five-spot proudly displays its colorful petals and prominent stamens as it thrives in arid environments. Even humble Buttercup flowers reveal their hidden charm when examined closely under an SEM lens. Columbine flower stamens present themselves like graceful dancers frozen in time, showcasing their elegance and symmetry through SEM imagery. The Amaryllis species, known for its striking blooms, also boasts remarkable stamen formations that add to its allure. Micrographs of Thale cress flowers provide us with a glimpse into nature's microscopic wonders while Love in the mist flowers exhibit enchanting patterns within their delicate structures. Lastly, Lilies stand tall and proud with their majestic presence and elaborate arrangements of show-stopping stamens. In this diverse array of floral specimens from around the world, each captured moment unveils nature's artistry at work - reminding us that even within tiny details lies extraordinary beauty waiting to be discovered.