Inflorescence Collection (page 7)

Lady s-tresses (Spiranthes spiralis)
Autumn Lady s-tresses flowers (Spiranthes spiralis). This delicate orchid takes its name from the spiral arrangement of flowers on its stem. Photographed in Orvieto, Umbria, Italy

Nectaroscordum scopulorum
Nectaruscordum scopulorum coming into bloom. Dorset, UK July 2010

Common spotted orchid (Dactylorhiza sp. )
Common spotted orchid (Dactylorhiza fuchsii) flower stalk. Photographed in Scotland, UK, in July

Three-cornered leek (Allium triquetrum) in flower. Photographed in Andalucia, Spain

Rock buttercup (Ranunculus rupestris) in flower. Photographed in Andalucia, Spain, in March

Almonds (Prunus dulcis) on a tree. Photographed in Andalucia, Spain, in March

Pretty betsy (Centranthus macrosiphon) in flower. Photographed in Andalucia, Spain, in March

Intermediate periwinkle (Vinca difformis) in flower. Photographed in Andalucia, Spain

Portuguese squill (Scilla peruviana) in flower. Photographed in Andalucia, Spain

Haresfoot clover (Trifolium arvense) flower head. Photographed in the Primorsky Territory, Russia

Blue lupins (Lupinus pilosus) in flower. Photographed in the Jezreel Valley, Lower Galilee, Israel

Fedia cornucopiae in flower. Photographed in Andalucia, Spain

Cuckoo Pint (Arum maculatum). Cross section through the inflorescence

Bulbinella latifolia and Zygophyllum sp
Bulbinella latifolia (top) and Zygophyllum sp. flowers. Photographed near Nieuwoudtville in the Northern Cape, South Africa

Trachyandra falcata flowers
Trachyandra falcata (white, centre) flowers amongst yellow African daisies (Osteospermum sp.). Photographed in the Namaqua National Park, South Africa

Orchid (Satyrium erectum) flowers. Photographed in the Namaqua National Park, South Africa

Goats Beard (Aruncus dioicus acuminatus) in flower. Photographed on Mount Rainier, Cascade Mountains, Washington, USA

Muscari flower (Muscari comosum). This plant is also called tassel hyacinth. Photographed in Cyprus

Nootka lupins (Lupinus nootkatensis) growing on shingle. This plant is native to Canada but is well established in parts of the UK, preferring river shingle habitats

Agapanthus Regal Beauty flower

Dactylorhiza purpurella
Northern marsh orchid (Dactylorhiza purpurella) in flower. Photographed in the Cairngorms National Park, Scottish Highlands, in June

Italian gladiolus (Gladiolus italicus) flowers. Photographed in Crete

Lilacbush flowers (Aubrieta deltoidea)
Lilacbush (Aubrieta deltoidea) flowers. Photographed in the mountains of Crete

Great masterwort Gill Richardson
Great masterwort (Astrantia major Gill Richardson ) flowers

African blue lily Bressingham Blue
African blue lily (Agapanthus praecox orientalis Bressingham Blue ) flowers

Mexican cardinal flower Jack McMaster
Mexican cardinal flower (Lobelia laxiflora Jack McMaster )

Upright hedge-parsley (Torilis japonica) flowers and pollinating insects

Bog orchids (Platanthera leucostachys)
Sierra bog orchids (Platanthera leucostachys) in flower. Photographed on Mount Ashland, Siskiyou Mountains, Oregon, USA

Giant helleborine (Epipactis gigantea) orchid flowers. Photographed in Klamath, northern California, USA

Lousewort (Pedicularis petiolaris)
Lousewort flowers (Pedicularis petiolaris). This plant obtains nutrients from the roots of other plants

Pedicularis sceptrum-carolinum
Moor-king (Pedicularis sceptrum-carolinum) flowers. This plant, also called a lousewort, obtains nutrients from the roots of other plants. Photographed in Sweden

Daisy seeds, SEM
Daisy seeds. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two seeds of a daisy plant (family Asteraceae, formerly Compositae). The seeds (bottom) are known as cypselas

Dragon arum (Dracaunculus vulgaris)
Dragon arum flower (Dracunculus vulgaris). This flower emits a foul smell simillar to rotting flesh to attract pollinating insects

Coralroot (Cardamine bulbifera)
Coralroot bittercress (Cardamine bulbifera). Photographed in May

Norwegian mugwort (Artemisia norvegica)
Norwegian mugwort flowers (Artemisia norvegica). Photographed in Norway

Winged sea lavender (Limonium sinuatum)
Sea lavender flower (Limonium sinuatum) on a beach. Photographed in Greece, in April

Wood cow-wheat (Melampyrum nemorosum) in flower

Astilbe chinensis var. pumila
Chinese astilbe flowers (Astilbe chinensis var. pumila)

Cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus)
Cherry laurel flowers (Prunus laurocerasus). Photographed in East Lothian, Scotland, in April

Bears breeches (Acanthus hungaricus)
Bears breeches flowers (Acanthus hungaricus). This Eastern European species is commonly found in Hungary

Field cow-wheat (Melampyrum arvense) inflorescence. This plant is extremely rare in the UK

Orchid primroses (Primula vialli)

Montbretia (Crocosmia Firebird )
Montbretia flowers and buds (Crocosmia Firebird )

Common cow-wheat (Melampyrum pratense)
Common cow-wheat flowers (Melampyrum pratense). Photographed in woodland in Devon, UK

Banksia ericifolia
Banksia flower (Banksia ericifolia). Photographed in the USA

Giant rhubarb (Gunnera manicata)
Giant rhubarb plants (Gunnera manicata) in a garden border

Sea holly (Eryngium planum)

Bumblebee on sea squill flowers
Bumblebee on sea sea squill flowers. Large earth bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) collecting nectar from flowers of the sea squill (Urginea maritima) plant. Photographed in Israel, in September

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Inflorescence, a captivating phenomenon found in the world of plants, is beautifully captured in various locations across Europe. From the delicate Sweet Cicely (Myrrhis odorata) blossoming in its natural habitat to the mesmerizing Common Ice Plant or Crystalline Iceplant (Mesembryanthemum crystallinum) adorning La Gomera, Canary Islands, Spain, inflorescence displays its enchanting diversity. One such example is the Alpine Sea Holly (Eryngium alpinum), also known as Alpine Eryngo or Queen of the Alps. Its they are be witnessed amidst the breathtaking scenery of Malbun in Liechtenstein Alps. This stunning flower adds an ethereal touch to this mountainous region. The Plumbago plant showcases another facet with its vibrant and abundant blooms. Strelitzia reginae, commonly referred to as Bird-of-paradise, exhibits a striking combination of colors that captivate any onlooker's attention. In Vienna's public garden lies a picturesque scene where blossoms from various species intertwine harmoniously. Bees busily collect pollen from these magnificent flowers while Paepalanthus SP plants create a unique spectacle resembling shower heads. This collection of photographs serves as a testament to nature's artistry and reminds us of the beauty that surrounds us. Inflorescence not only brings joy but also plays an essential role in pollination and reproduction for countless plant species worldwide. So take a moment to appreciate these intricate floral arrangements showcased through each photograph - they are nature's gift reminding us of her boundless creativity and resilience.