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French lavender leaf surface, SEM
French lavender leaf surface. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section of French lavender (Lavandula dentata) leaf, showing the tooth-like structures (trichomes, spikes) that give the plant its Latin name dentata, meaning toothed. A number of oil glands (spheres) can also be seen. When the leaf is touched or damaged, the glands rupture and release the oil that gives lavender its distinctive fragrance. Magnification: x526 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a French lavender leaf surface. Taken using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), this coloured micrograph reveals the remarkable tooth-like structures, known as trichomes or spikes, that lend the plant its scientific name Lavandula dentata, meaning toothed. Additionally, numerous oil glands can be observed throughout the leaf's surface. When touched or damaged, these glands rupture and release the aromatic oil responsible for lavender's distinctive fragrance. This image provides a fascinating glimpse into nature's ingenious defense mechanism and highlights how every part of a plant serves a purpose. With a magnification of x526 when printed at 10 centimetres wide, this photograph allows us to appreciate the minute details that often go unnoticed by our naked eyes. The vibrant colors and delicate textures captured in this image evoke feelings of tranquility and serenity associated with lavender fields in Mediterranean regions. As we explore this botanical marvel through science and technology, it reminds us of nature's endless wonders waiting to be discovered. From its biological significance to its cultural importance as an herbaceous flowering plant used for centuries in various applications such as perfumes and essential oils – this print encapsulates both artistry and scientific curiosity within one frame.
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