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Angiospermae Collection (page 100)

Angiospermae, also known as flowering plants, encompass a vast array of botanical wonders

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Lonicera caprifolium, honeysuckle

Lonicera caprifolium, honeysuckle
Painting by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840), from his publication Choix des plus belles fleurs (The Most Beautiful Flowers), c. 1827-33

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Callistephus chinensis, China aster

Callistephus chinensis, China aster
Painting by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840), from his publication Choix des plus belles fleurs (The Most Beautiful Flowers), c. 1827-33

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Amaryllis bresilienne, amaryllis

Amaryllis bresilienne, amaryllis
Painting by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840), from his publication Choix des plus belles fleurs (The Most Beautiful Flowers), c. 1827-33

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Coccinella 7-punctata, seven spot ladybird

Coccinella 7-punctata, seven spot ladybird
A familiar seven-spot ladybird resting on a chive plant. Ladybirds are a beneficial insect to gardeners as they feed on aphids both as an adult and as larva. Photograph taken in Surrey by D. J

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Picoides villosus, Melanerpes lewis, M. carolinus, Sphyrapic

Picoides villosus, Melanerpes lewis, M. carolinus, Sphyrapic
Plate 416 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Mergus serrator, red-breasted merganser

Mergus serrator, red-breasted merganser
Plate 401 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Spizella pallida, Junco hyemalis, Passerina amoena

Spizella pallida, Junco hyemalis, Passerina amoena
Plate 398 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Dendroica nigrescens, Dendroica occidentalis, Dendroica coro

Dendroica nigrescens, Dendroica occidentalis, Dendroica coro
Plate 395 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Calcarius ornatus Carduelis magellanica Zonotrichia atricapi

Calcarius ornatus Carduelis magellanica Zonotrichia atricapi
Plate 394 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Scialia currucoides, Scialia mexicana, Dendroica townsendi

Scialia currucoides, Scialia mexicana, Dendroica townsendi
Plate 393 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Pleistocene hunters, wider view

Pleistocene hunters, wider view
Pleistocene (1.8 million years ago - 11, 000 years ago) hunting party with mammoths and rhinoceros

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Gymnosperm, palm & angiosperm

Gymnosperm, palm & angiosperm
Composite photomicrograph comparing structures visible through a hand-held lens in transverse section of fossil tree trunks: gymnosperm (left), palm (centre) and angiosperm (right)

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Casuarius unappendiculatus, northern cassowary

Casuarius unappendiculatus, northern cassowary
Watercolour by Henrik Gr� ld (1915). This large flightless bird is native to New Guinea and Australia

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Polished slab of rhodonite

Polished slab of rhodonite
A pink specimen of rhodonite (manganese iron magnesium calcium silicate). Rhodon is greek for rose

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Pentacrinites, crinoid

Pentacrinites, crinoid
Pentacrinites is a fossil crinoid from the Jurassic. Crinoids are ancient, marine organisms. The majority have long stalks anchored to the bottom

Background imageAngiospermae Collection: Floreana tree daisy shoot. (Scalesia villosa). Punta Cormorant, Floreana Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Floreana tree daisy shoot. (Scalesia villosa). Punta Cormorant, Floreana Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
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Angiospermae, also known as flowering plants, encompass a vast array of botanical wonders. From the delicate and rare Franklinia alatamaha, commonly referred to as the Franklinia, to the vibrant Hydrangea hortensis or French hydrangea, these plants captivate us with their beauty. One cannot help but be enchanted by the graceful Weeping Willow trees that elegantly drape their branches towards the ground. And beneath serene lakes in France's breathtaking Alps, Water lilies like Nymphaea alba bloom underwater in June, creating an ethereal sight. The Narcissus tazetta or tazetta daffodil brings joy with its cheerful yellow blooms while insects of Surinam add a touch of intrigue and wonder to our natural world. Another captivating waterlily (Nymphaea alba) opens its petals underwater in a lake nestled amidst the majestic Alps of Ain, France. Gossypium barbadense or cotton plant reminds us of nature's versatility and how it has shaped human civilization for centuries. Scottish Pine Forests evoke images of misty landscapes and ancient tales whispered among towering trees. Meanwhile, heathlands offer a glimpse into unique ecosystems teeming with life. Ancient Beech trees stand tall in Lineover Wood located in Gloucestershire UK; they bear witness to generations passing through time. Lastly, Durio zibethinus presents itself as an exotic fruit known as durian - infamous for its pungent aroma yet beloved by many for its rich flavor. Angiospermae encompasses all these diverse species and more – each holding secrets waiting to be discovered by those who appreciate nature's boundless marvels.