Gymnosperm Collection (page 2)

Guadalupe cypress trees (Cupressus guadalupensis) surrounded by fog, Guadalupe Island Biosphere Reserve, off the coast of Baja California, Mexico, March. Endangered species

Guadalupe cypress (Cupressus guadalupensis), IUCN Redlist Endangered, Guadalupe Island Biosphere Reserve, off the coast of Baja California, Mexico, April

Giant sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) tree in forest at night, view towards canopy and sky. Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, California, USA. October 2013

Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) landing at its nest in a Bald cypress tree (Taxodium distichum) draped with epiphytic Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides). Blue Cypress Lake, Florida, USA. April

Natural basin in Oro Bay with the New Caledonia pines (Araucaria columnaris) that gave the name to the island, New Caledonia, Pacific Ocean

Moss-covered Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis) and sword fern (Polystichum munitum) in the Hoh Rain Forest, Olympic National Park, Washington, USA, June

Pine trees in their landscape emerging from the clouds and mist, Ballons des Vosges Regional Natural Park, Vosges, France, October

Alpine ibex (Capra ibex) on a mountain side in autumn with European larch tree (Larix decidua) trees in the back the Alps, Gran Paradiso National Park, Italy. November

Pine tree (Pinus sp) in winter, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA, January

Scots Pines (Pinus sylvestris) and flowering heather moorland at sunrise, Abernethy, Cairngorms National Park, August 2016

Ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba) Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve, Sichuan, China

Strangler fig (Ficus sp) growing over Hoop Pine tree(Araucaria cunninghamii) with branches knotting round each other, Morans Falls Track, Green Mountains

Scots pine tree (Pinus sylvestris) at dawn, Klein Schietveld, Brasschaat, Belgium, October 2013

Scots pine trees (Pinus sylvestris) on island in wetlands, Klein Schietveld, Brasschaat, Belgium

American red squirrel (Tamiasciurus hudsonicus) collecting, Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) cones, Montana, USA

Scots Pine forest (Pinus sylvestris) with early morning misty light filtering through the forest. Cairngorm National Park, Highlands, Scotland, UK, October 2014

Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) seedling growing amongst lichens and heather. Cairngorms National Park. Highlands, Scotland, September

Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) forest looking skywards towards forest canopy. Cairngorms National Park, Highlands, Scotland, UK, December

Wet tree bark of Scots pine tree (Pinus sylvestris) Cairngorms National Park, Highlands, Scotland, UK, November

Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) forest in evening light, Abernethy, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, June

Shafts of sunlight in pine forest at dawn, Strathspey, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, July

Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) silhoutte in front of Loch Maree and Slioch, Wester Ross, Scotland, UK, November 2014

Great Basin Bristlecone Pine (Pinus longaeva) fallen ancient tree, White Mountains, California, USA, March

American red squirrel (Tamiasciurus hudsonicus) collecting, Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) cones, Montana, USA

Welwitschia (Welwitschia mirabilis) female plant with cones at sunset, Namib Naukluft National Park, Swakopmund, Namibia

Yew (Taxus baccata) berries. Strumpshaw Fen, Norfolk, UK, September

Snow covered conifer trees at sunset, Kuusamo, Finland. February 2011

Low angle view up into canopy of Scots Pines (Pinus sylvestris) in mist at dawn in Abernethy Forest, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, October

A miniature Douglad fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) growing out of a stump in the middle of Fairy Lake. Near Port Renfrew, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, July

Pine trees in misty landscape, Ballons des Vosges Regional Natural Park, Vosges Mountains, France, October 2014

Sunrays through forest of Beech (Fagus sp.), Fir (Abies sp.) and Holly (Ilex sp.) trees, Peerdsbos, Brasschaat, Belgium. September

Sunrays through forest of Beech (Fagus sp. ), Fir (Abies sp. ) and Holly (Ilex sp)
Sunrays through forest of Beech (Fagus sp.), Fir (Abies sp.) and Holly (Ilex sp.) trees, Peerdsbos, Brasschaat, Belgium. September

Small fleck-winged snipefly (Rhagio lineola) sitting in typical posture on old pine (Pinus sp) log. Buckinghamshire, England, UK. July. Focus Stacked

Misty Pine (Pinus) forest. Milpa Alta forest, outskirts of Mexico City, Mexico. June

Female Welwitschia plant (Welwitschia mirabilis), cones in flower, Kunene region, Namibia, Africa, May

Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) and regenerating trees, Abernethy Forest, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK. September

Lodgepole pine (Pinus contorta) trees, a non-native species, surrounding Lochan nan Geadas, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK. September, 2017

Robin (Erithacus rubecula) perched in Yew (Taxus baccata) hedge in winter, Norfolk, UK. January

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Eastern prickly juniper, Juniperus oxycedrus ssp deltoides, in fruit; Rhodes. Date: 15-Apr-19

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Italian cypress, Cupressus sempervirens, female cones on branch. Rhodes. Date: 15-Apr-19

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Turkish Pine or Calabrian Pine, Pinus brutia; female cones on branch. Rhodes. Date: 15-Apr-19

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Turkish Pine or Calabrian Pine, Pinus brutia; female cones on branch. Rhodes. Date: 15-Apr-19

Sunset on Hergest Ridge on planted hilltop Monkey Puzzle trees (Araucaria araucana), Herefordshire, England, UK. December 2020

California redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens) planted in 1939, Beech Forest, Victoria, Australia

Scots pine sapling (Pinus sylvestris) growing on rocky island. Rogie Falls, Blackwater River. Caledonian forest, Reilig Glen, Scottish Highlands. Scotland. October

RF - Red deer (Cervus elaphus) stag standing amongst Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) tree trunks in forest. Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK. January

Pine (Pinus sp) trees on Colmer's Hill, in morning mist. Near Bridport, Dorset, England, UK. September 2012

RF - Lodgepole pines (Pinus contorta) covered in heavy early morning hoar frost. Yellowstone National Park, USA. January. Digitally stitched image

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"Gymnosperms: The Ancient Guardians of Earth's Greenery" Taxus baccata, commonly known as the Common Yew tree, stands tall and proud in its evergreen glory. Ginkgo biloba, also called the maidenhair tree, showcases its delicate fan-shaped leaves that have survived for millions of years. As the sun rises over Loch Maree, Scots pine trees (Pinus sylvestris) cast their majestic reflection while Slioch mountain looms in the background. Macrozamia communis, a remarkable burrawang palm species with its unique cycad-like appearance adds an exotic touch to nature's tapestry. The distinct leaf of Ginkgo biloba captures attention with its fan-like shape and vibrant green hue. Pinus strobus L. , also known as Weymouth or white pine, graces forests with its elegant branches and soft needles. Maidenhair tree leaves (Ginkgo biloba) create a stunning display of golden foliage during autumn months, adding warmth to landscapes. Encephalartos horridus thrives in South Africa's Eastern Cape region; this blue cycad is a living relic from prehistoric times. Juniperus communis or juniper brings forth aromatic berries and resilient foliage that withstands harsh climates across various continents. Larch Fir trees showcase their unique deciduous habit by shedding their needles each winter before regenerating them again come springtime. Pine pollen grains under microscopic observation reveal intricate patterns resembling tiny works of art on nature's canvas. Light micrograph captures the intricate structure of a pine stem - a testament to the strength and resilience found within gymnosperms' woody tissues. Intriguingly diverse yet united by their ancient lineage, gymnosperms continue to thrive across our planet, reminding us of the enduring power and beauty of nature.