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Lousewort (Pedicularis oxycarpa), a hemi-parasite on grass
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Lousewort (Pedicularis oxycarpa), a hemi-parasite on grass
Lousewort (Pedicularis oxycarpa), a hemi-parasite on grass. Pollinated by bumblebees through buzz pollination, rapid vibration of flight muscles releases pollen in the flower. Near Barkham, Sichuan Province, China
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Angiosperm Angiospermae Asteranae Asterid China Dicot Dicotyledon East Asia Flower Flowerhead Flowering Plant Lamiales Magnoliopsida Orobanchaceae Purple Seed Plant Sichuan Province Spermatophyte Spermatophytina Tracheophyta Vascular Plant White Broomrape Lousewort Pedicularis Plantae
Buzzing Bumblebees and Vibrating Veggies - A Wild Ride with Lousewort!
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. Hold onto your petals, folks! This print takes us on a thrilling journey to the grassy meadows of China's Sichuan Province. Meet the mischievous Lousewort, a hemi-parasite that knows how to have some serious fun! With its vibrant purple and white flowerheads, this cheeky asterid steals the show in any botanical gathering. But what makes it truly unique is its clever pollination strategy. Enter the bumblebees, nature's buzzing superheroes! These fuzzy creatures perform an extraordinary feat known as buzz pollination. As they hover around our playful Lousewort friend, their flight muscles go into overdrive. Rapid vibrations shake loose precious pollen from within the flower, ensuring successful reproduction for both parties involved. Talk about teamwork! But let's not forget about our star photographer Heather Angel who captured this moment of floral excitement. With her keen eye for detail and love for all things natural, she brings us closer to Mother Nature's most fascinating wonders. So next time you stumble upon a field of Louseworts or spot a busy bumblebee in action, remember this incredible image that reminds us just how much joy can be found in even the tiniest corners of our world. Embrace nature's wild ride and let yourself be swept away by its whimsical beauty!
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