Flower Head Collection (page 45)

Sea holly (Eryngium sp.). This perennial herb belongs to the family Umbelliferae, which includes 200 species. It is indigenous to southern Europe

Daisy (Bellis sp.), computer artwork

Artemisia flower, SEM
Artemisia flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an Artemisia flower (Artemisia sp.). Each flower head is actually a composite of many smaller flowers

Cotswold pennycress (Thlaspi perfoliatum) flower. Photographed in May

Panamint princesplume (Stanleya elata)
Panamint princesplume flower spike (Stanleya elata). Photographed in the USA

View over beach in spring, Fontane Bianche, near Siracusa, Sicily, Italy, Mediterranean, Europe

Cafe and gardens, Como, Lake Como, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Bird of Paradise flowers, Botanical Gardens, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, Atlantic, Europe

Cala Figuera, Mallorca (Majorca), Balearic Islands, Spain, Mediterranean, Europe

Sticky geranium (Geranium viscosissimum), Glacier National Park, Montana, United States of America, North America

Pointed Mariposa lily (pointedtip Mariposa lily (Calochortus apiculatus), Glacier National Park, Montana, United States of America, North America

Flower market, Kunming, Yunnan, China, Asia

Hop clover (Trifolium aureum) (Trifolium agrarium), Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Idaho, United States of America, North America

Tiger lily (Columbian lily) (Oregon lily) (Lilium columbianum), Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Idaho, United States of America, North America

Silvery sophora (Sophora stenophylla), Canyon Country, Utah, United States of America, North America

Yellow cryptanth (Brendas yellow catseye) (Brendas yellow cryptantha) (Plateau yellow catseye) (Cryptantha flava), Canyon Country, Utah, United States of America, North America

Showy four o clock flower (Mirabilis multiflora), The Needles District, Canyonlands National Park, Utah, United States of America, North America

The Three Gossips and common paintbrush (Castilleja chromosa), Arches National Park, Utah, United States of America, North America

Blackbrush (Coleogyne ramosissima) blossom, Arches National Park, Utah, United States of America, North America

Prairie wild onion (Allium textile), Goblin Valley State Park, Utah, United States of America, North America

Stemless woollybase (Hymenoxys acaulis), Arches National Park, Utah, United States of America, North America

USA, DC, Washington, Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, closeup of pink lotus

Indian paintbrush wildflowers in the Many Glacier Valley of Glacier National Park in Montana

Center of giant Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) head

Red Ant, Formica spp

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Kahili ginger flower, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea, Big Island, Hawaii, USA

Hoodia lugardia, Botswana, Africa

Close up of a cultivated daisy flower
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Dill (Anethum graveolens)
Dill flower buds ( Anethum graveolens ).Dill is used as a culinary herb, commonly toflavour fish dises. Photographed in Maryland, USA

Globe thistle (Echinops sp. )
Globe thistle flower (Echinops sp.). Photographed in summer

Irregular heart beat, conceptual image
Haemoglobin molecule. Computer artwork showing the structure of a haemoglobin molecule. Haemoglobin is a metalloprotein that transports oxygen around the body in red blood cells

Dahlia (Dahlia sp. )
Dahlia flower (Dahlia sp.). Photographed in late summer

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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.