Edible Collection (#100)

Sucrose crystals, SEM
Sucrose crystals, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Magnification: x1250 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Chives

Chinese chives (Allium Tuberosum)

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

Courgette seedlings
Runner bean (Phaseolus coccineus) seedlings growing in root trainer pots, ready for transplanting to a vegetable plot. This type of seed tray encourages the development of long, separated roots

Onion (Allium cepa Ailsa Craig )
Organic onions (Allium cepa Ailsa Craig ) on a wooden surface

Organic onion (Allium cepa White Prince ) in a vegetable garden. The yellow leaves indicate that the onion is ready for harvest

Organic onions (Allium cepa White Prince ) in a vegetable garden. Onions are used as ingredients in cooking and contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, including potassium

Organic black kale cabbage plants (Brassica oleracea Nero de Toscana ) in a wooden trug. Cabbage is used as an ingredient in cooking and is a good source of vitamin C

Onions (Allium cepa Red Sun )
Organic onions (Allium cepa Red Sun ) in a vegetable garden

Dutch shallot (Allium Golden Gourmet )
Organic Dutch shallots (Allium cepa Golden Gourmet ) on a wooden surface

Swede (Brassica napus Marian )
Organic swede (Brassica napas Marian ) next to the foliage sliced from its top

Mussel farming. A fisherman holding a handful of freshly harvested mussels. Blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) are farmed for food in temperate waters around the world

Gardener holding freshly picked radishes
Gardener holding freshly picked organic radishes (Raphanus sativus Long White Icicle )

Beetroot (Beta vulgaris Boltardy )
Organic beetroot (Beta vulgaris Boltardy ) on a wooden surface

Mixed organic radishes (Raphanus sativus Globe Mixed and Long White Icicle ) held in a gardeners hand

Sugar beet (Beta vulgaris)
Sugar beets. Piles of harvested sugar beet (Beta vulgaris) roots. Sugar beet is a source of sugar, which can be used to produce biofuels

French beans (Phaseolus The Prince )
Organic dwarf French beans (Phaseolus vulgaris The Prince ) being examined by a gardener

Maize crop
Maize plants (Zea mays) with juvenile fruiting bodies (cobs)

Carrot (Daucus carota Nantes )
Organic carrot (Daucus carota Nantes ) next to the foliage sliced from its top

Pear, 16th century

Apple, 16th century

Tomato stall. Organic tomatoes for sale on a market stall. Photographed in the UK

Shiitake mushroom (Lentinula edodes). Also known as black forest mushrooms, this fungus has been cultivated in the eastern Asia for over 650 years

Coriander crop. Close-up of coriander plants (Coriandrum sativum) growing in a field. The seeds of this herb are used to spice a wide variety of foods, while the aromatic leaves, called cilantro

Fennel crop. Close-up of the bulbs of fennel plants (Foeniculum vulgare) growing in a field. The bulbs can be used as a vegetable, and the leaves (green) are used as a herb

Kohlrabi crop. Kohlrabi plants (Brassica oleracea caulorapa) growing in a field. This vegetable is a relative of the cabbage

Yellow split peas

Cinnamon plant, 16th century
Cinnamon plant. 16th-century artwork of a cinnamon plant (Cassia monspelii) with its flowers and leaves. Monspelli is Latin for Montpellier, France

Mint leaf surface, SEM
Mint leaf surface. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of a mint (Menta sp.) leaf. The white structures are oil glands

Ornithogalum plant, 16th century
Ornithogalum plant. 16th-century artwork of a plant from the genus Ornithogalum. These plants grow from a bulb (lower right), and have grass-like leaves and star-shaped white flowers

Hippophae rhamnoides
Common sea-buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) fruits

Porcelain mushroom (Oudemansiella mucida)
Porcelain mushrooms (Oudemansiella mucida) growing on a moss-covered branch. This edible fungus is named after its translucent appearance. Photographed in the New Forest, UK, in October

Actinidia kolomicta
Actinidia foliage (Actinidia kolomicta). Sometimes called north kiwi

Mushroom farming
Mushroom farm. These are white button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus), the most widely-cultivated in the world. Mushrooms are grown commercially in large, dark sheds such as these

Wood Lily (Lilium philadelphicum) flowering in grassland in the Rockies, Canada

Potatoes growing in lazy beds on Inisheer, the Burren, western Eire

Laetiporus sulphureus
Chicken of the Woods (Laetiporus sulphureus) growing on an oak (Quercus) tree

Calochortus apiculatus
Three-spot Mariposa-Lily (Calochortus apiculatus) showing flower and seed pod at Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada

Sea Radish (Raphanus raphanistrum) in flower on coastal dunes, Inisheer, the Burren, western Eire

Ripening tomatoes (Lycopersicon esculentum Yellow Pearshaped ) on the vine

Gill fungus (Lyophyllum decastes) occurs in dense clusters. The word decastes means a company of ten men. The gills are covered in basidia bearing spores

Salt, conceptual image

Rose-hips for herbal use
Rose-hips collected for drying for use in herbal tea and jams at Crit, saxon village, Transylvania, Romania

Chili Peppers (Capsicum annum) ripening in Summer

Potato crop
fresh potato (R├Âkinge - a old kind from island Visings├ in lake V├ñttern, Sweden) district N├ñrke

Magic mushrooms (Psilocybe semilanceata). These fungi, commonly known as liberty caps, contain the psychoactive compound psilocybin, which produces a hallucinogenic effect when ingested

Bok Choi (Brassica chinensis)
Harvested Bok Choi (Brassica chinensis) in a bowl

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"Delicious Delights: Exploring the Edible World" Step into a culinary adventure as we uncover the fascinating world of all things edible. From mushrooms that have intrigued food lovers since 1913, according to Larousse, to the mesmerizing sight of honey bees buzzing around a honeycomb, nature's sweet gift. In this festive season, even Brussels sprouts don Christmas hats through digital manipulation - a whimsical twist on these nutritious greens. And let's not forget about the delectable varieties of edible-podded peas or sugar peas that add a burst of freshness to any dish. Venturing down under, we dive into the Murrumbidgee River near Canberra in Australia and discover the majestic Murray Cod - an inland river treasure found in eastern Australia. Its succulent flesh is highly sought after by seafood enthusiasts. Nature surprises us with its delicate beauty too; behold the enchanting Twinflower with its dainty blossoms and Linnaea borealis name. Meanwhile, Orangier des Gènes or Arancio di Genova showcases vibrant citrus fruits that bring sunshine to our plates. A glimpse beneath the surface reveals an X-ray view of a lobster - showcasing its intricate anatomy hidden within its tough shell. And what lies within an oyster shell? An artificial pearl glistening like a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. The Citrus sinensis or sweet orange tantalizes our taste buds with its juicy sweetness while reminding us of sunny groves and refreshing drinks on hot summer days. Did you know that Brussels sprouts were developed in Brussels, Belgium? These miniature cabbages have become synonymous with winter feasts worldwide. Lastly, we encounter three intriguing species: Sherardia, Lilio-Narcissus (a fusion between lilies and narcissus), and Arachidna (perhaps inspired by mythology). These captivating names hint at mysterious wonders awaiting exploration.