Greater burdock burr caught on wool
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Greater burdock burr caught on wool
Greater burdock burr (Arctium lappa) caught on wool. The burr contains individual fruits (achenes) attached by a papery bract (modified leaf, top). The end of each bract is hooked, which enables them to become attached to the fur of passing animals, or in human clothing, (as here) thus aiding the dispersal of the burr
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Achene Achenes Adhering Arctium Lappa Attaching Barbed Barbs Bract Bracts Bristle Bristles Burr Clothing Fibre Fibres Fruit Greater Burdock Hook Hooked Hooks Jumper Part Parts Re Production Reproductive Ripe S Eed Seed Spines Spiny Wool Woollen Involucre
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This print showcases the intricate details of a Greater burdock burr caught on wool. The image beautifully captures the essence of nature's ingenious dispersal methods. The Greater burdock burr, scientifically known as Arctium lappa, is adorned with individual fruits called achenes that are attached to a papery bract, which is actually a modified leaf at the top. What makes this botanical marvel truly fascinating is the end of each bract, which forms a hook-like structure. This unique adaptation enables these burrs to easily attach themselves to passing animals' fur or even human clothing, as depicted in this photograph. By hitching rides on unsuspecting carriers, these barbed and spiny seeds ensure their widespread distribution. The attention to detail captured in this image allows us to appreciate the reproductive prowess of plants like Greater burdock. Each ripe fruit contains an achene firmly held by its bract and ready for attachment onto any suitable surface it encounters during its journey. Intricately woven into the fabric of biology and botany, this photograph not only highlights the remarkable adaptations found in nature but also emphasizes how interconnected our world truly is. From seed dispersal mechanisms to textile fibers like wool being unwitting accomplices in plant propagation, every element plays its part in sustaining life's delicate balance.
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