Pollen grains of Billbergia flower

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Pollen grains of Billbergia flower

False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen of Billbergia nutans, a Brazilian house plant & member of the pineapple family known as Queens Tears. The pollen grain has a deep furrow running along its length, out of which the pollen tube grows upon germination. Magnification: x515 at 35mm size. Gold tint. Reference: MICROCOSMOS, figure 4.33, page 82

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Pollen Re Production Reproductive Type

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This print showcases the intricate beauty of pollen grains from a Billbergia flower. The False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) reveals the mesmerizing details of these tiny reproductive structures, which belong to the Brazilian house plant known as Queens Tears and are part of the pineapple family. The image highlights a single pollen grain with a deep furrow running along its length, providing an intriguing glimpse into its inner workings. This furrow serves as a pathway for the growth of a pollen tube upon germination, enabling fertilization and reproduction in plants. At a magnification of x515 and captured at 35mm size, this photograph allows us to appreciate the delicate features that would otherwise go unnoticed by our naked eyes. The golden tint adds an artistic touch to this scientific marvel, enhancing its visual appeal. Published in MICROCOSMOS on page 82 as figure 4.33, this image is not just aesthetically pleasing but also contributes valuable knowledge about plant biology. It offers insights into pollination mechanisms and emphasizes the diversity and complexity found within nature's botanical realm. This remarkable print from Science Photo Library reminds us of both the fragility and resilience present in every aspect of life on Earth – even within something as seemingly insignificant as a microscopic grain of pollen.

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