Seed Collection (#10)

Common Oak (Quercius robur) acorns in late summer. Surrey, England, UK, September

Blue jay (Cyanocitta cristata) holding an acorn in its bill whilst perched on tree stump, with autumn foliage, New York, USA, October

Common redpoll (Acanthis flammea), flock feeding, Finland, January

Honesty (Lunaria annua) seed pods

Hedge parsley (Torilis japonica) close up pattern of dead seed heads. Silhouette on white background

Chinese Lanterns (Physalis alkekengi), Hydrangea flowers, Poplar leaves (Populus) and Honesty skeletons (Lunaria annua), silhouettes on white background

Cheiridopsis species, seed capsule open in response to rain. Namaqualand, South Africa

Greater Bullrush / Reedmace (Typha latifolia) with seeds emerging in winter ready for dispersal on breezes, Cotswold Water Park, Wiltshire, UK, January

Fairy Time - A seated fairy blows a dandelion head
Fairy Time - A seated fairy queen blowing the seeds off a dandelion seed head, whilst two sprites rest nearby under two toadstools Date: 1939

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) seedhead, Monmouthshire, Wales UK, June

Willow, Silky Willow, Tree Willow, Osier, Sallow, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Willow, Silky Willow, Tree Willow, Osier, Sallow, Victorian Botanical Illustration, from The Flowering Plants and Ferns of Great Britain

Oak, British Oak, Hazel Nut, Hornbeam, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Oak, British Oak, Hazel Nut, Hornbeam, Victorian Botanical Illustration, from The Flowering Plants and Ferns of Great Britain, Published in 1846

Wildflowers, Annual and Perennial Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Annual and Perennial Plants: Plate 15

Forest and Fruit Trees and Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Forest and Fruit Trees and Plants: Plate 45

The Sower, 1910. Creator: Laurits Andersen Ring
The Sower, 1910

A farmer harvests his strawberry crop in a field in the Beheira Governorate, north of Cairo, Egypt April 4, 2018. REUTERS/Mohamed Abd El Ghany

A farmer sows watermelon seeds in a field on the banks of the river Ganges in Allahabad
A farmer sows watermelon seeds in a field on the banks of the river Ganges, in the northern Indian city of Allahabad February 29, 2012

Corn sprouts are is seen in a field in Schnersheim, France, April 25, 2018. REUTERS/Vincent Kessler

Samples of canola seed await testing in the near-infrared lab at Monsanto Canadas plant breeding centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada February 12, 2018. Picture taken February 12, 2018

A woman plants maize in a communal vegetable garden in KwaNdengezi, South Africa January 31, 2018. REUTERS/Rogan Ward

Illustration photo of a watermelon
A watermelon is seen in this illustration photo January 31, 2018. REUTERS/Thomas White/Illustration

Bundles of rice seedlings are seen in the fields at Pontang village in Serang, Banten province, Indonesia, April 26, 2018. REUTERS/Beawiharta

Newly planted wheat grows in a field on the outskirts of Flaibano Village
Newly planted wheat grows in a field, on the outskirts of Flaibano Village, Friuli region, Italy April 27, 2018. REUTERS/David Gray

A female Northern Cardinal sits on a bird feeder in falling snow in the Village of Valley Cottage, New York, a suburb north of New York City, U.S. February 12, 2017

Dried seed pods from the Delonix regia tree, Old Quarter, Hanoi, Vietnam

UK, England, Cambridgeshire, Poppies and Summer Grasses

The Seed inside the Core, Eden Project, Cornwall, England

Vietnam, Halong Bay, floating cultured pearl farm, oyster with seed

Magical
Daan de Vos

Dandelion Wishes
Lisa Zhang

Fecondation and development of eggs and vegetables: Natural Creation and Living Beings (by Jules Rengade)
JAB4119809 Fecondation and development of eggs and vegetables: Natural Creation and Living Beings (by Jules Rengade). Drawing by A

Ballet
soide55

Taste of spring
Ricky Siegers

last dance
Ileana Bosogea-Tudor

Blue fun
Heidi Westum

Shadows in the green
Heidi Westum

Red Morning
Heidi Westum

Teardrops
Mathieu Irthum

With and without
Heidi Westum

In shades of purple
Heidi Westum

Aerial View Modern Granary, Grain-drying Complex, Commercial Grain Or Seed Silos In Sunny Spring Rural Landscape. Corn Dryer Silos, Inland Grain Aerial View Modern Granary, Grain-drying Complex

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Abstract macro photo with dandelion and water drops.Amazing Colorful Wallpaper.Orange Colors.Beautiful Nature Background.Extreme close up. Floral Art

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"Exploring the Cosmic Origins: Seeds of Life and Beyond" Intriguingly, seeds hold within them the secrets of our cosmic origins. Just like the cosmic microwave background that permeates our universe they can a testament to the vastness and interconnectedness of life. Take for instance Elaeis guineensis Jacq. , commonly known as African oil palm. This seed not only sustains livelihoods but also symbolizes resilience in Southeast Asia's rich culinary tapestry. The spices derived from these seeds add an explosion of flavors to Thai food, tantalizing taste buds across Thailand. Delving into history, we find William Cutbush and Sons meticulously cataloging plant anatomy through Victorian botanical illustrations. Their detailed depictions capture the essence of Ginkgo biloba, also known as maidenhair tree – a living fossil with medicinal properties celebrated since ancient times. Victorian botanical illustrations further unveil nature's pharmacy by showcasing various medicinal and herbal plants. From dandelion seeds gracefully floating away on gentle breezes to Quercus suber or cork oak providing sustainable materials, each seed holds immense potential for both healing and innovation. It was Carl Linnaeus who classified these diverse wonders in his groundbreaking work "Systema Naturae. " His meticulous categorization paved the way for understanding how every seed contributes to Earth's biodiversity. Zooming closer to home, Siskin & Tits flutter around squirrel-proof globe bird feeders in Bedfordshire UK. These tiny creatures rely on seeds as their primary source of nourishment while delighting us with their vibrant presence amidst nature's beauty. Seeds truly encapsulate life's remarkable journey - from their celestial origins hinted at by cosmic microwave background radiation to their vital role in sustaining ecosystems worldwide. Let us cherish these humble yet extraordinary entities that have shaped our planet throughout time immemorial.