Monocotyledon Collection (#11)

European common frog (Rana temporaria) with Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) Clare Glen, Tandragee, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. May

Orchid (Nigritella cornelliana) Mercantour National Park, Provence, France, June

Pink flower, Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve, Sichuan Province, China

Round-leaved orchis (Habenaria orbiculata) flowers, New Brunswick, Canada, July

Clintonia / Clintons lily (Clintonia borealis) New Brunswick, Canada, June

Water hyacinth (Eichhornia sp. ) in a clear stream of the Pantanal, Brazil
Water hyacinth (Eichhornia sp.) in a clear stream of the Pantanal, Brazil. Photographed for The Freshwater Project. Finalist in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Awards (WPOY) Competition 2017

Rufous-tailed hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) feeding from Heliconia flower (Heliconia champneiana) La Selva Field Station, Costa Rica

Common spotted orchids (Dactylorhiza fuchsii), backlit, Volehouse nature reserve, Devon, UK, June

RF - Wild garlic / Ramson flowerts (Allium ursinum) Valency Valley, Boscastle, Cornwall, UK
RF - Wild garlic/Ramson flowerts (Allium ursinum) Valency Valley, Boscastle, Cornwall, UK. May

View across Sound of Taransay to North Harris hills in stormy weather, West Harris, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK, September 2014

Kokerboom or Quiver Tree (Aloe dichotoma) at night with starry sky, Kalahari, Namibia

Two male Bearded reedling (Panurus biarmicus) eating seeds from the spike of a common bulrush (Typha latifolia) in a reedbed, Belgium, January. Digital composite

Silver-studded blue butterfly (Plebejus argus) pair mating, resting on a Pyrimidal orchid (Anacamptis pyramidalis) flower, Gwithian Towans, Cornwall, UK, July

Alder (Alnus glutinosa) wood with bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) Multiple exposure. Argyll, Scotland

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

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) visiting Grape hyacinth, Sheffield, UK

Ten-spotted ladybird (Adalia decempunctata) on Common Water-plantain (Alsima plantago-aquatica) Belgium, June

Harvest mouse (Micromys minutus) on wheat stem, Devon, UK captive

RF - Common spotted orchids (Dactylorhiza fuchsii), Volehouse nature reserve, Devon, UK, June

Wild garlic / Ramsons (Allium ursinum) flowering in woodland, Lanhydrock Woodland, Cornwall, UK, May

RF- Backlit Fern (Philotum) growing among bluebells (Endymion nonscriptus). Lanhydrock, Cornwall, UK. May

RF- Beech (Fagus) and Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) woodland at Lanhydrock, Cornwall. UK

Territorial Rufous-tailed hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) guarding Heliconia in bloom (Heliconia champneiana) La Selva Station, Costa Rica

Green-crowned brillian hummingbird (Heliodoxa jacula) visiting Torch ginger (Etlingera elatior), Poas Volcano National Park Costa Rica

Yellow Labrador and in wheat field, Norfolk, August

Frigga Fritillary (Boloria frigga) in habitat over cotton grass (Eriophorum) Finland, June

Ring-necked pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) male standing among bluebells during spring in woodland on shooting estate, southern England, UK, April

RF - Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) close-up. Lanhydrock woodland, Cornwall, UK. May

Red-hot poker flowers (Kniphofia) close up, cultivated plant

Bamboo (Phylostachys aureosulcata) occurs in the Zhejiang Province of China. Utrecht University Botanic Gardens, the Netherlands, May

Yellow tulip (Tulipa australis) in flower, above Piano Grande, Sibillini, Appennines, Umbria, Italy, May 2011

RF- Abstract of Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) among beech trees (Fagus sylvatica) in West Woods, near Marlborough, Wiltshire, UK, May 2013

View up thorugh Licuala Fan palms (Licuala ramsayi) Licuala State Forest, Mission Beach, Queensland, Australia, December

RF- Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta / Endymion scriptum) flowering in Broad buckler fern (Dryopteris dilatata), Hallerbos, Belgium. April

Orchid (Arachnis flosaeris) in flower, hotel garden, Ranomafana, Madagascar, Africa. Non native species originally from Indonesia

RF- Mexican treefrog 1+Smilisca baudinii+2 on Spanish moss. Texas, USA

Looking up through the canopy of Fan Palms (Licuala ramsayi) in rainforest, Daintree National Park, North Queensland, Australia

Licuala fan palm (Licuala ramsayi), Daintree National Park, Queensland, Australia

RF- Wild garlic / Ramsons (Allium ursinum) flowering in woodland, Cornwall, England, UK, May

Hyacinths (Hycinthus) in flower in container, Norfolk, England, UK, March

Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) growing, Marsland Mouth, Devon Wildlife Trust, Devon, UK. April 2017

Early-purple orchids (Orchis mascula), Broxwater, Cornwall, UK. April 2017

Fragrant Orchid (Gymnadenia conopsea) and Yellow Rattle (Rhinanthus sp.) flowering in ancient alpine hay meadow. Nordtirol, Austrian Alps. June

Burnt / Burnt-tip Orchid (Orchis ustulata) flowering in ancient alpine meadow. Nordtirol, Austrian Alps. June

Pyramidal orchid (Anacamptis pyramidalis) flower close-up, Krk Island, Croatia, June

Sorghum bicolor, sorghum
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Phleum pratense, Timothy grass
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Cymbopogon citratus, lemon grass
Plate 998 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

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Monocotyledons, also known as monocots, encompass a diverse group of plants that exhibit unique characteristics. One such example is Narcissus tazetta, commonly referred to as the tazetta daffodil. With its delicate white petals and vibrant yellow center, this flower adds a touch of elegance to any garden. Livistona humilis, or the sand palm, thrives in sandy coastal regions and showcases its resilience with its fan-shaped leaves. Its ability to withstand harsh conditions makes it a popular choice for landscaping projects near beaches. Elaeis guineensis Jacq. , better known as the African oil palm, holds great economic significance due to its fruit's high oil content. This versatile plant plays a vital role in various industries ranging from food production to cosmetics. Strelitzea sp. , commonly called the bird of paradise flower, captivates onlookers with its striking orange and blue petals resembling an exotic bird in flight. Native to South Africa, this tropical beauty brings a touch of paradise wherever it blooms. Snowdrop (Galanthus Sp. ) single flower emerges amidst snowy landscapes in Buckinghamshire, England during February. These delicate white blossoms symbolize hope and renewal as they brave the winter chill. Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) create enchanting carpets on Eype Down while Colmers Hill stands majestically in the background. The sight of these vibrant blue flowers heralds springtime's arrival and fills the air with their sweet fragrance. Macrozamia communis or burrawang palm boasts robust fronds that add texture and depth to any landscape design. Indigenous to Australia, this ancient plant has survived for millions of years thanks to its adaptability. Flame lily (Gloriosa sp. ) dazzles with fiery red-orange petals delicately curled like flames dancing in the wind. This captivating vine represents passion and beauty, making it a popular choice for gardens and floral arrangements.