Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) seed C016 / 5982
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Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) seed C016 / 5982
Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) seed
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© NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM, LONDON/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Acer Acer Pseudoplatanus Airborne Angiospermae Deciduous Dicot Dicotyledon Eudicot Eurosid Flowering Plant Flying Magnoliophyta Rosid Seed Seeds Sycamore Wind Dispersal Wings Cutouts Great Maple Malvidae Sapindaceae Sapindales
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) seed, suspended in mid-air against a striking black background. The image, captured by the Natural History Museum in London, highlights the remarkable details of this botanical wonder. The delicate wings attached to the seed enable it to take flight and disperse through wind currents. As a deciduous tree belonging to the Sapindaceae family, Sycamores are known for their airborne seeds that travel far and wide before finding fertile ground. The photograph's composition draws attention to the seed's biology and structure. It belongs to the dicotyledon group of flowering plants, characterized by its two embryonic leaves or cotyledons. This particular species falls under Acer pseudoplatanus, commonly referred to as Great Maple due to its resemblance with maple trees. Displayed as a cut-out on this print, viewers can fully appreciate every detail without any distractions. The image serves as a reminder of nature's ingenuity and evolution at work. While we admire this stunning visual representation from Science Photo Library's collection at the Natural History Museum in London, let us marvel at how such simple yet extraordinary creations play an essential role in our ecosystem – spreading life one gust of wind at a time.
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