Caryophyllales Collection (#3)

Mountain Sorrel (Oxyria digyna) (colour litho)
2639327 Mountain Sorrel (Oxyria digyna) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from the " Atlas of the Alpine flora")

French Sorrel (Rumex scutatus) (colour litho)
2639325 French Sorrel (Rumex scutatus) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from the " Atlas of the Alpine flora")

Alpine Bistort (Bistorta vivipara, Polygonum viviparum, Persicaria vivipara
2639328 Alpine Bistort (Bistorta vivipara, Polygonum viviparum, Persicaria vivipara) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sandwort (Moehringia glaucovirens, Mohringia glaucovirens, Mohringia glauca
2639005 Sandwort (Moehringia glaucovirens, MAohringia glaucovirens, MAohringia glauca, Moehringia glauca, Arenaria glaucovirens) (colour litho) by German School

Snow Dock (Rumex nivalis) (colour litho)
2639326 Snow Dock (Rumex nivalis) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from the " Atlas of the Alpine flora" (Atlas der Alpenflora)

Carinthian Mouse-ear (Cerastium Carinthiacum, Cerastium ovatum) (colour litho)
2639014 Carinthian Mouse-ear (Cerastium Carinthiacum, Cerastium ovatum) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Glacier Mouse Ear (Cerastium uniflorum, Cerastium latifolium var
2639012 Glacier Mouse Ear (Cerastium uniflorum, Cerastium latifolium var. glaciale, Cerastium glaciale) (colour litho) by German School

Greater Sandwort (Arenaria grandiflora) (colour litho)
2639009 Greater Sandwort (Arenaria grandiflora) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mossy Sandwort (Moehringia muscosa, Mohringia muscosa) (colour litho)
2639004 Mossy Sandwort (Moehringia muscosa, MAohringia muscosa) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Recurved Sandwort (Alsine recurva, Minuartia recurva) (colour litho)
2639001 Recurved Sandwort (Alsine recurva, Minuartia recurva) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Alpine Pearlwort (Sagina saginoides, Sagina Linnaei, Sagina saxatilis) (colour litho)
2638998 Alpine Pearlwort (Sagina saginoides, Sagina Linnaei, Sagina saxatilis) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rock Campion (Silene rupestris) (colour litho)
2638993 Rock Campion (Silene rupestris) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from the " Atlas of the Alpine flora")

Alpine Campion (Silene quadrifida, Ixoca quadrifida) (colour litho)
2638992 Alpine Campion (Silene quadrifida, Ixoca quadrifida) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dwarf Soapwort (Silene Pumilio, Saponaria pumilia) (colour litho)
2638991 Dwarf Soapwort (Silene Pumilio, Saponaria pumilia) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Glacier Pink (Dianthus glacialis) (colour litho)
2638987 Glacier Pink (Dianthus glacialis) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Alpine Catchfly (Lychnis alpina, Silene suecica) (colour litho)
2638996 Alpine Catchfly (Lychnis alpina, Silene suecica) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Alpine Pink (Dianthus alpinus) (colour litho)
2638986 Alpine Pink (Dianthus alpinus) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from the " Atlas of the Alpine flora")

Alpine Thrift (Armeria alpina) (colour litho)
2639321 Alpine Thrift (Armeria alpina) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from the " Atlas of the Alpine flora")

Two-flowered Sandwort (Arenaria biflora) (colour litho)
2639007 Two-flowered Sandwort (Arenaria biflora) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Inner Alpine Sandwort (Alsine laricifolia, Minuartia laricifolia
2639000 Inner Alpine Sandwort (Alsine laricifolia, Minuartia laricifolia, Arenaria laricifolia) (colour litho) by German School

Lawn Pearlwort (Sagina glabra, Sagina repens) (colour litho)
2638997 Lawn Pearlwort (Sagina glabra, Sagina repens) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ragged robin (Lychnis flos-cuculi) flowering in wet flower-rich meadow, Kielder Water and Forest Park, Northumberland, UK, June 2020

RF - Thrift (Armeria maritima) flowering on cliff top with beach below, in evening light. Bedruthan Steps, North Cornwall, England, UK. May 2019

Sea pink (Armeria maritima) on cliffs at Longcarrow Cove, view along coastline towards Trevose Head. Near Trevone, Cornwall, England, UK. May 2020

Sour pitaya (Stenocereus gummosus) with Aloe (Aloe sp) flower spikes in background. Sonoran Desert, Puerto Balandra, near La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico. 2013

Mexican giant cardon (Pachycereus pringlei), two young cacti amongst flowering Desert sand verbena (Abronia villosa) during spring super bloom. Northern Baja California, Mexico

Red campion (Silene dioica) and Forget-me-nots (Myosotis sylvatica). Kaleidoscopic montage

Sundew (Drosera intermedia) the Netherlands. Winner of the Landscapes, Waterscapes, and Flora category of the Big Picture Competition 2020

Santa Fe land iguana (Conolophus pallidus) next to Tree Prickly pear (Opuntia echios) Santa Fe Island, Galapagos

Tree prickly pear (Opuntia echios) trees silhouetted, with star trails behind. Plazas Island, Galapagos

Opuntia cactus and volcanic caldera, Wolf Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, December 2008

Marsh fritillary butterfly (Euphydrayas aurinia) on sorrel (Rumex acetosa), Dunsdon, Devon, UK. June

Bee beetle (Trichius fasciatus), a bee mimic, nectaring on Umbel-flowered catchfly (Silene compacta). Picks up pollen on hairy body. Russian Caucasus. June

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) flying to red campion with proboscis extended, Finland, June

Isla / Island Incahuasi with cacti in the Salar de Uyuni salt flat, Altiplano, Bolivia

Hanuman Langurs (Semnopithecus entellus) in Bougainvillea Mandore Garden, Jodhpur, India

Shetland Mouse-eared chickweed (Cerastium nigrescens), Keen of Hamar National Nature Reserve, Unst, Shetland, Scotland, UK, August

Saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) buds, Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, Sonora Desert, Arizona, USA, April 2014

Sea thrift (Armeria maritima) and Kidney vetch (Anthyllis vulneraria) flowering on clifftop, Trevose Head, Cornwall, UK, May

Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) with flower in beak, amongst Thrift (Armeria maritima), Fair Isle, Shetland, Scotland, UK, July

Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) landing with sand eels in beak, Fair Isle, Shetland, Scotland, July

Small Yellow Underwing moth (Panemeria tenebrata) on stitchwort (Stellaria) South Karelia, southern Finland, June

Red campion (Silene dioica) and Oxeye Daises (Leucanthemum vulgare) on field margin, Norfolk, UK, June

Greater Stitchwort (Stellaria holostea) and Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) in flower, UK, May

Pink thrift (Armeria maritima) growing along the coastal cliff tops, Hartland Quay, North Devon, UK. May 2017

RF- Pink thrift (Armeria maritima) flowering on the coastal cliffs tops at Bedruthan Steps, Cornwall, UK. May 2013

Pink thrift (Armeria maritima) flowering on cliff top, Bedruthan Steps, near Newquay, North Cornwall, UK, May 2013

Carthusian Pink flower (Dianthus carthusianorum) detail of two stigmas, Nordtirol, Austrian Alps. June

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"Caryophyllales: A Spectacular Display of Nature's Diversity" The rugged cliffs of Hartland Quay provide a stunning backdrop for the delicate Sea pink or thrift (Armeria maritima) flowers that adorn its cliff tops. These vibrant blooms, standing tall against the crashing waves, create a picturesque scene that captures the essence of coastal beauty. In another corner of the world, a Puffin (Fratercula arctica) finds solace amidst flowering Sea thrift. This charming portrait showcases the harmony between wildlife and nature as this adorable bird stands proudly on its floral perch. Traveling back in time, we witness Humboldt and his party collecting plants, their enthusiasm evident as they explore new botanical wonders. Their discoveries would contribute to our understanding of plant life and shape scientific knowledge for generations to come. Amongst these remarkable findings is Dianthus barbatus, commonly known as sweet william. Its vibrant hues bring joy to gardens around the world with its captivating fragrance and intricate petals. Nature's palette extends beyond flora; it encompasses fauna too. The grey partridge (Perdix perdix), gracefully navigating through fields, adds an element of charm to rural landscapes while Violet Cron brings forth elegance with its delicate purple blossoms. Venturing into more exotic territories, we encounter Selenicereus hamatus - Queen of the night - whose nocturnal blooms captivate all who behold them. Its ethereal beauty serves as a reminder that nature holds secrets even under cover of darkness. Closer to home lies Beta vulgaris or spinach beet - a nutritious vegetable cherished by many for its health benefits and culinary versatility. From salads to smoothies, it nourishes both body and soul with every bite. Journeying across oceans takes us to Santa Fe Island in Ecuador's Galapagos Islands where Santa Fe land iguanas (Conolophus pallidus) roam freely among Giant prickly pear cactus (Opuntia echios) forests.