Gymnosperm Collection (page 8)

Pine root, light micrograph
Pine root. Light micrograph of a section through the root of a pine (Pinus sp.) tree. From outer to inwards: outer layer of peridium (dark red); cortex - made up of parenchyma cells (red)

Female pine cone scale, light micrograph
Female pine cone scale. Light micrograph of a section through a scale from a young ovulate female pine (Pinus sp.) cone, bearing an ovule (upper centre)

Male pine cone, light micrograph
Male pine cone. Light micrograph of a section through a male pine (Pinus sp.) cone, showing two microsporangia (pink) that contain numerous microspore pollen grains (blue)

Female pine cone scales, light micrograph
Female pine cone scales. Light micrograph of a section through two scales from a young ovulate female Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) cone, bearing ovules (large, oval)

Female pine cone, light micrograph
Female pine cone. Light micrograph of a section through a young ovulate female cone from a Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) tree, showing ovules (oval, light pink)

Subalpine Fir (Abies bifolia) showing young female cones at Banff National Park, Canada

Norway Spruce (Picea abies) forest in winter, on the Col de Faucille, Jura Mountains in France

Pine tree tissue, light micrograph
pine stem light microscopy

Bread tree (Encephalartos altensteinii)

1731 Scheuchzer Creation 3rd day plants
1731 Physica Sacra (Sacred Physics) by Johann Scheuchzer (1672-1733) folio copper engraving of the third day of creation (plants)

Deodar cedar (Cedrus deodara) forest. Photographed in Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India

Araucaria columnaris
Aracuaria columunaris tree. Photographed at the Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

Utah juniper tree (Juniperus osteosperma). Photographed in the Wave area of Paria-Vermillion Cliffs National Monument, Arizona, USA

Joint-pine (Ephedra major) blooming in the Sahara Desert, after a wet winter. Photographed in Morocco, in February

Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) needles

European larch (Larix decidua) needles

Dwarf common juniper (Juniperus communis) branch with berries, on a rock. Photographed on Hurricane Ridge, Olympic National Park, Washington, USA

Western white pines (Pinus monticola)
Western white pine (Pinus monticola) trees on a mountainside. Photographed near Winnemucca Lake on the Kit Carson Pass, Sierra Nevada, California, USA

Mountain forest of mountain hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana) trees under heavy snow. Photographed on Mount Hood, Oregon, USA

Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) forest
Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) forest. Photographed at Lost Lake, Mount Hood, Oregon, USA

Gall on a yew bud
Artichoke gall on a yew bud (Taxus sp.). The rounded structure on the end of a branch (lower right) is caused by a gall fly (Taxomyia taxi). Photographed in England

Fir forest. Pacific silver fur (Abies amabilis) and Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii). Photographed in Cone Peak, Oregon, USA

Crimean pine (Pinus nigra pallasiana) covered in snow. Photographed in the Troodos Mountains, Cyprus, in winter

Crimean pines (Pinus nigra pallasiana) covered in snow. Photographed in the Troodos Mountains, Cyprus, in winter

Japanese larch (Larix kaempferi) tree

Maidenhair Tree (Ginkgo biloba) foliage in the autumn. Photographed in Dorset in the United Kingdom

Pine needle, light micrograph
Pine needle. Light micrograph of a transverse section through a leaf (needle) of a pine tree (Pinus sp.). The leaves are needle-like so they present a large surface area for photosynthesis but

Young pine tree stem, light micrograph
Young pine tree stem. Light micrograph of a transverse section through a two and a half-year-old stem of a pine tree (Pinus sp.)

Yew tree root, light micrograph
Yew tree root. Light micrograph of a transverse section through a root of a yew tree, (Taxus baccata). Most of the outer cortex (dark blue)

Ginkgo leaf stalk, light micrograph
Ginkgo leaf stalk. Light micrograph of a transverse section through the leaf stalk (petiole) of a ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba)

Pine wood structure, light micrograph
Pine wood structure. Polarised light micrograph of a longitudinal radial section through the stem wood (xylem) of the deal pine tree (Pinus mitis)

Female yew tree flower, light micrograph
Female yew tree flower. Light micrograph of a longitudinal section through a female flower of the yew tree (Taxus baccata)

Cedar tree stem, light micrograph
Cedar tree stem. Light micrograph of a transverse section through a stem of a cedar tree (Thujopsis dolobrata). The four ridges on the outer surface are microphyllous leaves

Japanese sago palm leaf, light micrograph
Japanese sago palm leaf. Light micrograph of a transverse section through the leaf (pinna) of a Japanese sago palm, cycad, (Cycas revoluta)

Yew tree leaf, light micrograph
Yew tree leaf. Light micrograph of a transverse section through the leaf (pinna) of a yew tree, (Taxus baccata). The structure has xerophytic (drought plants) characteristics

Japanese sago palm root, light micrograph
Japanese sago palm root. Light micrograph of a transverse section through a root of a Japanese sago palm, (Cycas revoluta)

Young yew tree stem, light micrograph
Young yew tree stem. Light micrograph of a transverse section through a one-year-old stem of a yew tree (Taxus baccata). The epidermis (outer layer)

The Lytchet Matravers Yew (Taxus baccata)
The ancient Yew (Taxus baccata) of Lytchet Matravers has an estimated age of 1600 years. It has a girth of 7m (measured 1m above ground)

Douglas fir cones. Branch of a Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) trees with new growth and cones. These cones mature over the summer, producing seeds in the autumn if fertilised

Scots pine female flowers (Pinus sylvestris). Photographed in the Cairngorms National Park, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, in June

Sitka spruce (Picea sitchenis)
Sitka spruce tree (Picea sitchensis). This tree is the tallest sitka spruce tree in Sweden

Pine cone scale, light micrograph
Pine cone scale. Light micrograph of a vertical section through an ovulate scale from a Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris). This image shows the ovule (oval shape)

Bristlecone pine trees (Pinus longaeva) on a mountainside. These are thought to be the oldest living organisms on Earth, with one tree found to be some 4700 years old

Juniperus communis Golden Showers
Juniper tree (Juniperus communis Golden Showers )

Maritime pine (Pinus pinaster) cones. This pine originates in the Mediterranean and is grown for ornamental purposes in coastal areas

Bhutan fir (Abies densa). The black structures are the female cones

Blue spruce (Picea pungens)
Blue spruce tree (Picea pungens) and dog roses (Rosa canina). The blue spruce tree is native to western North America

Norway spruce cone. Close-up of female Norway spruce cone (Picea abies) scales

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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.