Flowering Collection (#19)

Megalomys desmarestii, antillean giant rice rat. Catalogue number NHM 1850.11.30.6

Oligoryzomys victus, St. Vincent pygmy rice rat (holotype). Catalogue reference NHM 1897.12.26.1)

Quercus sp. crouch oak
Also known as Addlestone Oak or Queens Oak. In the 14th century Wycliffe preached under this oak. Queen Elizabeth I is said to have feasted under it. Photographed by Pat Hart, Summer 2003

Capparis canescens, dog capers
Outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

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Agriculture, Farming, Herbs, Chives Allium schoenoprasum in flower the smallest species of the onion family Alliaceae native to Europe Asia and North America

Chives, Allium schoenoprasum, purple flowers on long green stems of the garden herb growing in a garden border

Plants, Flowers, Hydrangea, Close up pink coloured flowerhead

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Garden with abundance of colourful Tulip and Primrose flowers

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Close up of Hydrangea flowers

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Garden with abundance of colourful Tulip and Primrose flowers

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Close up of Hydrangea flowers

African lily, Agapanthus, purple flowers with prominent yellow stamen against a white background

Marguerite daisy, Argyranthemum, single white flower isolated in shallow focus against anothe similar flower and a green background

Indian mallow, Abutilon, close up view of flower interior and red petals

African lily, Agapanthus, a flower bud against a green background

Iceland poppy, Papaver nudicaule, close-up detail of a single orange flower with yellow stamen against a green leafy background

African lily, Agapanthus, purple flowers on an umbel shaped flowerhead against a white background

Rose mallow, Hibiscus syriacus Blue Bird, purple blue buds opening among green leaves on a shrub

Geranium, red flowers in the foreground of a winding shingle path leading to a gazebo between grass lawn and flowerbed of mixed plant varieties

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Wild Daffodils growing in public parkland

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Close up of Spurge flowers, Euphorbia Amygdaloides Robbaie

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Wild Daffodils growing in public parkland

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Close up of Spurge flowers, Euphorbia Amygdaloides Robbaie

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Close up of Spurge flowers, Euphorbia Amygdaloides Robbaie

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Garden with abundance of colourful Tulip and Primrose flowers

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Garden with abundance of colourful Tulip and Primrose flowers

African lily, Agapanthus, purple flowers in shallow focus emerging on an umbel shaped flowerhead against a green background

African lily, Agapanthus, white flowers emerging on an umbel shaped flowerhead

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Close up of orange coloured Foxtail lily, Eremurus Cleopatra

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Close up detail of Allium Christophii

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Gardens, Plants, Aquatic, Single white water lily flower of the family Nymphaeaceae in a pond surrounded by leaves floating on the surface

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Gardens, Plants, Aquatic, Single white water lily flower of the family Nymphaeaceae in a pond surrounded by leaves floating on the surface

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Gardens, Plants, Aquatic, Single white water lily flower of the family Nymphaeaceae in a pond surrounded by leaves floating on the surface

Helleborus, Hellebore, Lenten rose
Plants, Flowers, Helleborus, Honey bee on pale green flowering Hellebore or Lenten rose

Phalaenopsis, Orchid
Plants, Flowers, Phalaenopsis, Orchid in full bloom of white petals with yellow and red lip

Euphorbia amygdaloides robbiae, Wood spurge
Plants, Flowers, Euphorbia amygdaloides robbiae, Light green flowers on bracts of Wood spurge also known as Mrs Robbs bonnet

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Close up detail of Allium Christophii

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Bee on Agapanthus Deep Blue flower

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Bee on Agapanthus Africanus flower

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Close up detail of Allium Christophii

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Close up detail of Allium Christophii

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Close up Agapanthus Deep Blue flower

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Close up detail of Allium Christophii

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Close up detail of Allium Christophii

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Close up Agapanthus Deep Blue flower

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Close up of Agapanthus Africanus flower

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Close up of Agapanthus Africanus flower

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Close up of fly on Agapanthus Africanus flower

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Close up of fly on Agapanthus Africanus flower

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Close up of Agapanthus Africanus flower

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Close up of Agapanthus Africanus flower

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Close up of Agapanthus Africanus flower

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Close up detail of Allium Christophii

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Close up detail of Allium Christophii

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Bee on Agapanthus Deep Blue flower

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Bee on Agapanthus Deep Blue flower

Helleborus orientalis, Hellebore
Plants, Flowers, Helleborus orientalis, Hellebore, Backlit pink flowering hybrid Lenten rose

Cherry
Plants, Trees, Prunus cerasifera, Cherry plum tree with pink flowering blossom on the branches in the Spring

Narcissus, Bunch flowering daffodil
Plants, Flowers, Narcissus, Bunch flowering daffodil of yellow and white on a single stem

Prunus cerasifera, Cherry plum
Plants, Trees, Prunus cerasifera, Cherry plum tree with pink flowering blossom on the branches in the Spring

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Landscape, Trees, Flowers, Upright salix willow catkins on a tree in an English garden in early spring

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Landscape, Trees, Flowers, Upright salix willow catkins on a tree in an English garden in early spring

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Plants, Aquatic, Irises, Purple Japanese Water Iris

England, West Sussex, Findon, Flowering cherry trees and daffodils in Spring sunshine

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Wales, Pembrokeshire, St Brides Bay, View to Tower Point along coastal path with flowering Gorse

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Wales, Pembrokeshire, Ynys Melyn, View along caost toward Pen Brush with flowering Gorse

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Wales, Pembrokeshire, Ynys Melyn, View along caost toward Pen Brush with flowering Gorse

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Wales, Pembrokeshire, St Brides Bay, View to Tower Point along coastal path with flowering Gorse

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Landscapes, Gardens, Plants, Common daisy Bellis perennis also known as Bruiswort Lawn Daisy and Eye of The Day flowering on a lawn in an English garden

Leucojum vernum, Spring snowflake
Plants, Flowers, Leucojum vernum, Spring snowflake with three small white flowers opening up on a single stem

Fragrance (Noa Noa), small block, 1894-95. 1894-95. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Fragrance (Noa Noa), small block, 1894-95

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) foraging on a passion flower (Passiflora caerulea), Berkshire, England, UK, August

Scarlet avens (Geum chiloense / Geum quellyon) in flower, native to Chile. May

Flower of locally endemic Rafflesia (Rafflesia tengku-adlinii) flower diameter 22cm blooming on forest floor within lowland Dipterocarp rainforest, Maliau Basin, Sabahs Lost World, Borneo

Magnolia, dated 1549. Creator: Unknown
Magnolia, dated 1549. Ming dynasty (1368-1644). After Wen Zhengming (Chinese, 1470-1559)

One Hundred Flowers, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
One Hundred Flowers, 18th century. Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Birds and Flowers of Summer and Autumn, mid-16th century. Creator: Shikibu Terutada
Birds and Flowers of Summer and Autumn, mid-16th century. Hollyhocks and wagtails. Muromachi period (1392-1573)

Lotus and waterbirds, ca. 1300. Creator: Unknown
Lotus and waterbirds, ca. 1300. Early stages of budding and bloom. Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)

Pear Blossoms, ca. 1280. Creator: Unknown
Pear Blossoms, ca. 1280. Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)

Radha and Krishna Walk in a Flowering Grove (recto); Krishna Fluting (verso), c1720
Radha and Krishna Walk in a Flowering Grove (recto); Krishna Fluting (verso), ca. 1720 (recto); ca. 1750-75 (verso)

Hollyhocks and Prince s-Feather Flowers, early 19th century. Creator: Sakai Oho
Hollyhocks and Prince s-Feather Flowers, early 19th century. Edo period

Insects and Flowers. Creator: Ju Lian
Insects and Flowers. Ju Lian (Chinese, 1828-1904). Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Flowers and Butterflies. Creator: Ma Quan
Flowers and Butterflies. Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Birds on a Flowering Branch, ca. 1887. Creator: Watanabe Seitei
Birds on a Flowering Branch, ca. 1887

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"Flowering: A Tapestry of Beauty and Serenity" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of flowering, where nature's artistry blooms with vibrant colors and delicate petals. From the serene Buddha Amitabha adorning a sacred temple to the breathtaking Grand Place in Brussels, Europe becomes a canvas for floral wonders. In Val d'Orcia, Tuscany, Italy, a single poppy stands tall amidst a sea of wildflowers, symbolizing resilience and individuality. Meanwhile, Dockey Woods in Buckinghamshire welcomes spring with its magnificent bluebells dancing beneath towering beech trees. Transport yourself to 19th-century Japan through Taki Katei's masterpiece "Flowers and Birds, " capturing the timeless harmony between nature's creations. Osaka Castle comes alive during cherry blossom season when sakura trees paint the landscape with ethereal pink hues. Venturing across continents to Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania, USA reveals an awe-inspiring Japanese Wisteria cascading like lavender waterfalls. Witnessing Dionaea muscipula ensnaring unsuspecting prey while Jerusalem Sage bursts forth with yellow blossoms showcases nature's intricate balance. Clifden in County Galway offers panoramic views as Common Heather blankets moorland outcrops overlooking lush farmland below. And no journey through Japan would be complete without experiencing Tokyo adorned by Sakura – Japanese Cherry Blossom flowers – transforming streets into dreamlike realms. As we embrace these moments of blooming beauty worldwide, let us remember that just as flowers flourish under diverse conditions, so too can we find strength and grace within ourselves. May this tapestry inspire us all to appreciate life's fleeting yet extraordinary moments of growth and renewal.