Flower Head Collection (#39)

Blooming wild flowers in the Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

Two examples of flower heads from Rosa damascena Trigintipetala (Damask rose)

Tulip (Tulipa bellissimo), and Tricolor Herba Trinitis, Liverwort (Hepatica Nobilis), illustration by Marco del Carro
Herbal, 17th century. Marco del Carro, Delineature dei fiori di Villa Vendramin (Sketches of flowers at Villa Vendramin), 1627

Botany, Asparagaceae, Flower of a Yucca tree, Illustration
Botany - Asparagaceae - Flower of a Yucca tree, illustration

Flowers of Durian Durio zibethinus, illustration
Botany - Trees - Malvaceae - Flowers of Durian (Durio zibethinus), illustration

Yellow Crab Spider (Thomisidae) on a purple flower

A selection of fruit, vegetables and herbs arranged in rows

Tropaeolum majus (Garden Nasturtium), edible orange flower head

Allium cepa (Onion plant)

Purple and green lettuce, nasturtium flower and fork in plastic container on wooden table, close-up

Cross-section of flower being pollinated by insects

Cutting off lavender flower head

Person cutting stem of pink gerbera, close-up

Using paintbrush to move anthers onto stigma, close-up

Pruning Clematis tangutia with shears, plant showing autumn seedheads, close-up

Mans hands creating heart-shaped flower arrangement with cream roses and dried moss

Using hands to remove sunflower seeds from dried flower head

Hands sprinkling sugar over rose flower head, another rose flower head and African violet flower heads nearby (making crystallized flowers)

Red rose being coated in egg white, using a fine paintbrush (crystallising flowers)

Hands cutting off yellow rose flower head of stem using scissors, two cut flower heads nearby, close-up

Using hand to shake seeds from dried sunflower on wooden table

Rubbing anthers of pollen parent over stigma of seed-bearing parent (cross-pollinating a tomato), close-up

Luzula nivea (Snowy woodrush), removing seed head to prevent unwanted seedlings, using scissors, close-up

Withered sunflower head and seeds, close-up

Examples of edible flowers, including Calendula officinalis (Pot marigold), Tagetes patula (French marigold), Tropaeolum majus (Nasturtiums), Rosa sp. (Roses), Lavandula sp. (Lavender), Viola sp

White Bowl containing Green Salad and Salad Servers

Pouring sugar over rose covered in egg white (making sugar-frosted flowers)

Yellow dung fly (Scathophaga stercoraria) launching itself off Dactylis glomerata (Cocks-foot grass), close-up

Peony (Peonia Vignola), illustration by Marco del Carro, 1627
Herbal, 17th century. Marco del Carro, Delineature dei fiori di Villa Vendramin (Sketches of flowers at Villa Vendramin), 1627. Plate: Peony - Peonia Vignola. Folio 54 recto

Moonflower or Moon vine (Ipomoea Alba), watercolour by Delahaye, 1789
Herbal, 18th century. Florindie ou Historie physico-economique des vegetaux de la Torride, 1789. Plate: Moonflower or Moon vine (Ipomoea Alba). Watercolor by Delahaye

Narcissus, engraving by Pier Andrea Mattioli, 1554
Herbal, 16th century. Pier Andrea Mattioli (1501-1578), Commentary on Dioscorides work, 1554. Volume II, Book IV, Plate: Narcissus. Engraving. Published by Felice Valgrisio, Venice, 1585

Muscat Royal Apricot, illustration by Antoine Poiteau, 1835
Herbal, 19th century. Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau (1700-1782), Traite des Arbres et des Arbustes, 1835 edition. Plate by Antoine Poiteau (1759-1840), Muscat Royal Apricot

Monkey pot Nut (lecythis minor), watercolour by Delahaye, 1789
Herbal, 18th century. Florindie ou Historie physico-economique des vegetaux de la Torride, 1789. Plate: Monkeypot nuts (Lecythis Minor). Watercolor by Delahaye

Double Narcissus, illustration by Marco del Carro, 1627
Herbal, 17th century. Marco del Carro, Delineature dei fiori di Villa Vendramin (Sketches of flowers at Villa Vendramin), 1627. Plate: Double Narcissus. Folio 61 recto

Mammee apple (Mammea americana), watercolour by Delahaye, 1789
Herbal, 18th century. Florindie ou Historie physico-economique des vegetaux de la Torride, 1789. Plate: Mammee apple (Mammea americana). Watercolor by Delahaye

Common Madder (Rubia tinctorum), illustration by Joseph Jacob Plenck, 1794
Herbal, 18th century. Joseph Jacob Plenck (1735-1807), Icones Plantarum Medicinalium, 1794. Plate: Common Madder (Rubia tinctorum)

Amargo or Bitterwood (Quassia amara), Simarubaceae, small tree, cultivated for application purposes, native to Guyane
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume LXIV, table 124 by Maddalena Lisa Mussino: Amargo or Bitterwood (Quassia amara) Simarubaceae

Doronicum americanum lacinato leaves
Herbarium, 17th century. Pre-Linnean herbarium, 1600. Plate: Doronicum americanum lacinato folio

Pomegranate (Punica granatum), watercolour by Delahaye, 1789
Herbal, 18th century. Florindie ou Historie physico-economique des vegetaux de la Torride, 1789. Plate: Pomegranate (Punica granatum). Watercolor by Delahaye

Pink Morning Glory (Ipomoea Carnea), watercolour by Delahaye, 1789
Herbal, 18th century. Florindie ou Historie physico-economique des vegetaux de la Torride, 1789. Plate: Pink Morning Glory (Ipomoea Carnea). Watercolor by Delahaye

Hummingbird (Trochilidae) and Pineapple (Ananas comosus), drawing by Lejeune, 1822
History of Exploration, 19th century. Island of St. Catherine, Brazil. Hummingbird and Pineapple. Drawing by Lejeune. From Duperreys voyage around the world in the corvette la Coquille, circa 1822

Century plant flower (Agave americana), illustration by Jacopo Ligozzi
Jacopo Ligozzi (1547-1627), Century plant flower (Agave americana)

Botany, Trees, Ulmaceae, Male and female flowers of Caucasian Zelkova Zelkova carpinifolia, Illustration
Botany - Trees - Ulmaceae - Male and female flowers of Caucasian Zelkova (Zelkova carpinifolia). Illustration

Magnolia (Magnolia sp), illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Flowers of Tamarind Tamarindus indica, illustration
Botany - Fabaceae - Flowers of Tamarind (Tamarindus indica), illustration

Flowers, illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Botany, Poaceae or true grasses, scheme of the flower, illustration
Botany - Poaceae or true grasses, scheme of the flower. Illustration

Botany, Flowers, illustration
Botany - Flowers, illustration

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"Mumbles, Swansea: A Flower Head's Whispers in Wales" In the enchanting coastal village of Mumbles, located in Swansea, Wales, a delicate flower head mumbles its secrets to the world. Nestled within the United Kingdom and Europe, this floral wonder captivates all who stumble upon it. Much like a Venus flytrap luring its prey, this flower head entices passersby with its vibrant colors and intricate patterns. Its petals resemble wild garlic found on the way to Janets Foss in Malham, Yorkshire Dales National Park. Just as these flowers adorn the cliffs of Moher at sunset in Liscannor, County Clare. One cannot help but be mesmerized by the hydrangea macrophylla diamond blue that graces gardens across Europe. From there, one can enjoy breathtaking views of Woolacombe Sands while being accompanied by sea holly (Eryngium sp. ) and wood forget-me-not (Myosotis sylvatica) flowers found in Cornwall. Fields adorned with sunflowers stretch endlessly throughout France's picturesque Loire Valley - a sight that fills hearts with joy and awe. Meanwhile, yellow roses of variety Graham Thomas bloom elegantly against lush landscapes. Across the Irish Sea lies Howth Harbour in County Dublin where another flower head reveals itself amidst stunning scenery. And who could resist getting lost among carpets of bluebells? From Mumbles to Malham and beyond borders; from Wales to England; from Ireland to France - these diverse flower heads paint an exquisite tapestry across our lands. They remind us of nature's beauty and resilience while whispering tales only they truly understand.