Asterid Collection (page 4)

Corn Marigold (Chrysanthemum segetum) and Cornflowers (Centaurea) in flower, July, England, UK

Heart-shaped leaf of Alpine Cyclamen (Cyclamen purpurascens). Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia. January

Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii Goldsturm in garden with Michaelmas daisies

RF - Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) in bloom on Norfolk, England, UK. August

Peacock butterflies (Inachis io) feeding on corn marigolds (Glebionis segetum) on agricultural headland. England, UK

Mediterranean sea holly (Eryngium bourgatia) Picco blue flowers in garden border. England, UK

Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) flowers, France. June

Honeybee (Apis melifera) visiting Lavender (Lavendula angustifolia) in lavender fields, Valensole Plateau, Alpes Haute Provence, France, July

Arnica (Arnica montana) in flower on mountainside, Sibillini, Umbria, Italy. May

Baltimore oriole (Icterus galbula) female perched on Berlandiers fiddlewood (Citharexylum berlandieri). South Padre Island, Texas, USA. April

RF - Common darter dragonfly (Sympetrum striolatum) resting on Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) with dew droplets on wings. Cornwall, England, UK. June

Scalesia pedunculata forest, Los Gemelos, Highlands, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, South America

Canary samphire (Astydamia latifolia) close up of flowers and leaves, Punta del Teno, Parque Rural de Teno, Tenerife, Canary Islands

Caralluma socotrana in blossom, near lake Magadi, Kenya

Rosemary beetle (Chrysolina americana) feeding on Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) in garden Cheshire, UK, June

Honeybush (Richea scoparia). Tasmania, Australia. December

Chamomile sunray (Rhodanthe anthemoides). Tasmania, Australia. January

Bordered patch butterfly (Chlosyne lacinia) on Indian blanket (Gaillardia pulchella). Hill Country, Texas, USA

Arrowleaf balsamroot (Balsamorhiza sagittata) and lupins (Lupinus sp.), Columbia River Gorge, Oregon, USA. April

Borage (Borago officinalis) watercolour illustration

Coastal century (Agave shawii), Baja elephant tree (Pachycormus discolor) and Boojum tree (Fouquieria columnaris) in Sonoran Desert. Near Bahia de Los Angeles, Baja California, Mexico

Mexican giant cardon cactus (Pachycereus pringlei) and Boojum tree (Fouquieria columnaris) in Sonoran Desert, rainbow in background. Catavina, Valle de los Cirios Reserve, Baja California, Mexico

Mountain primrose (Primula villosa) in rock crevice at 2300m in elevation, mountains in background. North Tyrol, Austrian. June

Welsh poppies (Papaver cambricum) and Forget-me-nots (Myosotis sylvatica). Kaleidoscopic montage

Borage (Borago officinalis) in flower with white background, Brechin, Scotland, UK, June

Walia ibex (Capra walie) male with Giant lobelia (Lobelia rhynchopetalum) at around 4, 400 meters near Bwahit Pass, Simien Mountains National Park, Amhara, Ethiopia, September

Cornflowers (Centaurea cyanus), locally rare plant, Probably not native at this site. Clandon Wood, West Clandon, near Guildford, Surrey, England, July

Scalesia pedunculata forest, Cerro Crocker Region, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Sweet cicely (Myrrhis odorata) flowers. England, UK, May

Birds eye primrose (Primula farinosa) a plant confined in Britain to the Pennines of Durham and Yorkshire and Durhams coastal limestone. Widdybank Fell, Upper Teesdale, Durham, England, UK, June

Sweet woodruff (Galium odoratum) a common woodland plant. Buckholt Wood, Cotswold Commons and Beechwoods National Nature Reserve, Gloucestershire, UK. April

Spring gentian (Gentiana verna) on Widdybank Fell, Upper Teesdale, Pennines, County Durham, England, UK, June

Oxlip (Primula elatior) growing in Shadwell Woods Reserve, Essex, England, UK, April

Oxlip (Primula elatior), Hayley Wood, Cambridgeshire, a Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire nature reserve. March 2011

Moth mullein (Verbascum blattaria) UK, July

Dandelion fiowers (Taraxacum sp. ) in field near Old Sodbury, Gloucestershire, England
Dandelion fiowers (Taraxacum sp.) in field near Old Sodbury, Gloucestershire, England, UK, May

Cowslip (Primula veris) flower. England, UK, April

Primrose (Primula vulgaris) in Lower Woods, Gloucestershire, England, UK, March

Dandelion (Taraxacum vulgaria) seedheads / clocks in meadow. Peerdsbos, Brasschaat, Belgium. April 2019

Oxeye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) growing amongst tarmac and at field edge. Klein Schietveld, Brasschaat, Belgium. June 2019

Heathland with Common heather (Calluna vulgaris) and scattered trees, mist in valley at dawn. Klein Schietveld, Brasschaat, Belgium. August 2019

Heather (Calluna vulgaris) at dawn, with distant Klein Schietveld, Brasschaat, Belgium

Deergrass (Scirpus cespitosus) at dawn among Heather (Calluna vulgaris), Groot Schietveld, Wuustwezel, Belgium

Snakes head fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris) flowering with Dandelions in meadow Cricklade, Wiltshire, England, UK, April

Alpine Wildflower meadow, a diversity of species including Meadow clary (Salvia pratensis), Sainfoin (Onobrychis sp) and Rattle (Rhinanthus sp). North Tyrol, Austria. June

Alpine rose (Rhododendron ferrugineum) flowering beside mountain stream. North Tyrol, Austria. June

Garden bumblebee (Bombus hortorum), on Purple toadflax (Linaria purpurea), Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. June

Common knapweed (Centaurea nigra) in ancient alpine meadow with hut. in distance, North Tyrol, Austria. June 2018

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"Discover the Astonishing World of Asterids: From Franklinia alatamaha to Panax pseudoginseng" Step into the enchanting realm of asterids, a diverse group of flowering plants that captivate with their beauty and unique characteristics. Among them is the elusive Franklinia alatamaha, also known as franklinia, a rare tree species discovered in Georgia and celebrated for its delicate white blossoms. In contrast to the grandeur of franklinia, we find Hydrangea hortensis or French hydrangea, an elegant shrub renowned for its vibrant clusters of flowers that can change color depending on soil acidity. Imagine strolling through a Scottish Pine Forest where these majestic trees create an awe-inspiring landscape. Venture further into heathland habitats adorned with pops of red from poppies (Papaver rhoeas) and cornflowers (Centaurea cyanus), near Castellucio di Norcia. Witness nature's artistry as Devil's-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) blooms in Derbyshire's Peak District National Park during September—a sight not to be missed. Delicate yet resilient Primula auricula or primrose adds charm to any garden setting while Gardenia taitensis, commonly known as Tahitian gardenia, intoxicates with its heavenly fragrance. Discover Ocimum sanctum or holy basil—an herb revered for both culinary and medicinal purposes—its aromatic leaves offering solace amidst life's chaos. Uncover the mystical allure surrounding Mandragora officinarum or mandrake—a plant steeped in folklore and legend throughout history. Marvel at Dahlia pinnata or pinnate dahlia's flamboyant blooms that come in various shapes and colors, adding vibrancy to gardens worldwide. Lastly, immerse yourself in the healing powers attributed to Panax pseudoginseng or tienchi ginseng, a medicinal herb treasured in traditional Chinese medicine for its potential health benefits.