Monocotyledon Collection (page 5)

Northern marsh orchid (Dactylorhiza purpurella) at Teesmouth National Nature Reserve, North Gare near Hartlepool, Cleveland, England, UK, June

Fly orchid (Ophrys insectifera) growing in Chappetts Copse, Hampshire, England, UK, May

Early spider orchid (Ophrys spegodes) growing on Samphire Hoe near Dover, Kent, England, UK, May

Dark red helleborine (Epipactis atrorubens ), a rare orchid. 90% of the British population grow at this old quarry at Bishop Middleham, County Durham, England, UK. July

Clarkes pool meadow, an unimproved lowland hay meadow managed by the Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust, dotted with Green-winged orchids (Anacamptis morio) in early spring

Birds nest orchid (Neottia nidus-avis) growing in Buckholt Wood, Gloucestershire, UK, June. It has no chlorophyll and is entirely dependent on fungi in the soil for its nutrition

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

Southern marsh-orchid (Dactylorhiza praetermissa) at sunrise, Groot Schietveld, Wuustwezel, Belgium

Common cottongrass (Eriophorum angustifolium) at dawn, Groot Schietveld, Wuustwezel, Belgium, June

Common cotton grass (Eriophorum angustifolium) Klein Schietveld, Brasschaat, Belgium, May

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

Path leading through through woodland with Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) flowering in spring, Buckinghamshire, England, UK, May

Purple Moor-grass (Molinia caerulea) tussock in grassland, on misty morning. Klein Schietveld, Brasschaat, Belgium. August 2019

Frost on soaptree yuccas (Yucca elata) and winter morning fog, in the gypsum sand dunes of White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, USA. January

Quiver tree forest (Aloe dichotoma) at night with stars and the Milky Way, Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) anthers and inner petals. Outer petals have been removed
Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) anthers and inner petals.Outer petals have been removed. Focus stacked

Caucasian lily (Lilium monadelphum), Caucasus, Russia. June

Hairy banana (Musa velutina), self peeling exposing flesh to aid seed dispersal by birds. In glasshouse. Surrey, England, UK

Elephant yam (Amorphophallus paeoniifolius) spathe with band of male flowers above and female flowers below. In cultivation

Gold band lily (Lilium auratum) flower. Yellow nectar guides lead pollinators to nectaries. Pollinators are swallowtail butterflies and hawkmoths. Cultivated in garden, Surrey, England, UK

Bird of paradise / Crane flower (Strelitzia reginae). Cultivated in garden. Native to South Africa

Glory lily (Gloriosa superba) bud and flower with reflexed petals and trifid stigma. Pollinated by butterflies. National flower of Zimbabwe

Austral blackbirds (Curaeus curaeus) and Austral thrush (Turdus falcklandii) nectaring on Blue puya (Puya berteroniana). Pollen transferred to birds heads during feeding. Parque Ingles, Chile

Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) dispersing pollen by sonication which replicates buzz pollination. Controlled conditions

Hedgehog-shaped lip bulbophyllum (Bulbophyllum echinolabium), Cultivated in glasshouse, Kew Gardens, London, England, UK. Native to Sulawesi, Indonesia. Controlled conditions

Gold band lily (Lilium auratum) with yellow nectar guides. In cultivation. Native to Japan

Sun bromeliad (Fascicularia bicolor). Central leaves turn red to attract hummingbird pollinators before flowers open. Cultivated in garden. Surrey, England, UK

Celandine crocus (Crocus korolkowii) carpet in area of snowmelt. Pollinated by solitary bees and bumblebees. In valley, near Ansob Pass, Tajikistan. April 2014

Porcelain orchid (Chloraea magellanica) with osmophores on lip fluorescing in UV light. Chile. Controlled conditions, focus stacked. Sequence 2/2

Bamboo growing beside narrow mountain track. Gaoligongshan National Nature Reserve, Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan Protected Areas, Yunnan Province, China. May 2009. Digitally stitched panorama

Slipper orchid (Cypripedium tibeticum), two flowers. Balangshan, Wolong, Sichuan Province, China. June

Regal lily (Lilium regale) with Crab spider (Thomisidae sp) waiting to predate insects. Near Maoxian, Min Valley, Sichuan Province, China

Lily (Lilium lophophorum) flowers. Tepals fused at tips to protects floral parts from precipitation, slits allow access to pollinators. Mugecuo Scenic Area, Kangding, Sichuan Province, China. June

Celandine crocus (Crocus korolkowii) carpets in areas of snowmelt. Near Ansob Pass, Tajikistan. April 2014

Cats whiskers / Black bat flower (Tacca chantrieri). Pollinated by flies. Cultivated in glasshouse, Surrey, England, UK. Native to Southeast Asia

Moso bamboo (Phyllostachys edulis), view upwards into canopy, Shunan Zhuhai National Park, Sichuan Province, China

RF - Turks cap lily (Lilium martagon) with solitary bee in flight, Aosta Valley, Gran Paradiso National Park, Italy

Sequence of strips of cultivated Machair with early shoots of Black oats (Avena strigosa) pushing through the sand. North Uist, Scotland, UK, June

Two Little terns (Sterna albifrons) at the nest amongst Black oats (Avena strigosa) growing on shell rich sands Machair, North Uist, Scotland, UK, June

Little tern (Sterna albifrons) at the nest amongst Black oats (Avena strigosa) growing on shell rich sands Machair, North Uist, Scotland, UK, June

Soaptree yucca (Yucca elata) at sunset. White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, USA. January

Queen conch (Lobatus gigas) juvenile feeding on algae growing on Seagrass (Thalassia testudinum) blades. Eleuthera, Bahamas

Sword-grass moth (Xylena exsoleta) caterpillar on Field gladiolus (Gladiolus italicus). Cyprus. April

Rushes reflected in water at dawn, Scotland, UK, September

Pyrenean merendera / False meadow saffron (Merendera pyrenaica / Colchicum montanum) flowering on montane pastureland, Vegas de Sotres, Picos de Europa, Asturias, Spain, August

Autumn ladies tresses (Spiranthes spiralis) Sark, British Channel Islands, August

Gladiolus (Gladiolus palustris) flowering with butterfly, Upper Bavaria, Germany

RF - Wild garlic (Allium ursinum) flower close-up, Lanhydrock woodland, Cornwall, UK. May

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Monocotyledons, also known as monocots, encompass a diverse group of plants that exhibit unique characteristics. One such example is Narcissus tazetta, commonly referred to as the tazetta daffodil. With its delicate white petals and vibrant yellow center, this flower adds a touch of elegance to any garden. Livistona humilis, or the sand palm, thrives in sandy coastal regions and showcases its resilience with its fan-shaped leaves. Its ability to withstand harsh conditions makes it a popular choice for landscaping projects near beaches. Elaeis guineensis Jacq. , better known as the African oil palm, holds great economic significance due to its fruit's high oil content. This versatile plant plays a vital role in various industries ranging from food production to cosmetics. Strelitzea sp. , commonly called the bird of paradise flower, captivates onlookers with its striking orange and blue petals resembling an exotic bird in flight. Native to South Africa, this tropical beauty brings a touch of paradise wherever it blooms. Snowdrop (Galanthus Sp. ) single flower emerges amidst snowy landscapes in Buckinghamshire, England during February. These delicate white blossoms symbolize hope and renewal as they brave the winter chill. Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) create enchanting carpets on Eype Down while Colmers Hill stands majestically in the background. The sight of these vibrant blue flowers heralds springtime's arrival and fills the air with their sweet fragrance. Macrozamia communis or burrawang palm boasts robust fronds that add texture and depth to any landscape design. Indigenous to Australia, this ancient plant has survived for millions of years thanks to its adaptability. Flame lily (Gloriosa sp. ) dazzles with fiery red-orange petals delicately curled like flames dancing in the wind. This captivating vine represents passion and beauty, making it a popular choice for gardens and floral arrangements.