Stipe Collection

Mushroom anatomy, diagram
Mushroom anatomy. Diagram of the anatomy of Basidiomyceta mushrooms, and their growth from a fungal mycelium in the soil (left) to a full-grown mushroom (right)

Common Whelk (Buccinum undatum) adult, on kelp stipe in sea loch, Loch Carron, Ross and Cromarty, Highlands, Scotland, June

Oarweed (Laminaria digitata) close-up of holdfasts and stipes, exposed at low tide, Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, April

Balanus tintinnabulum, balanidae barnacles
Plate 1 by George Sowerby from Charles Darwins Monograph on the sub-class Cirripedia, with figures of all the species: the Balan

An arctic mushroom (approximately 3cm tall) emerges from wet tundra - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

Crimson waxcap mushrooms, artwork
Crimson waxcap (Hygrocybe punicea) mushrooms, artwork. This fungus is found in northern Europe. The mushrooms (fruiting bodies) have a bell-shaped cap (lower right)

Mushroom gill cap, light micrograph. Transverse section through the cap of a common mushroom (Psalliota sp.) showing the gill lamellae (white)

Furbelows seaweed, Saccorhiza polyschides
Furbelows seaweed holdfast (Saccorhiza polyschides). This part of the plant anchors to the rock. Furbelows is the largest European seaweed, it can grow up to 4.5 metres in length

Holdfast or stipe of large kelp washed up on beach. Curio Bay the Catlins New Zealand
MAB-527 Holdfast or stipe of large kelp washed up on beach. Curio Bay the Catlins New Zealand Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Holdfast or stripe of large kelp washed up on beach. Curio Bay the Catlins, New Zealand
MAB-526 Holdfast or stripe of large kelp washed up on beach Curio Bay the Catlins, New Zealand Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Exploring the Intricate World of Stipes: From Holdfasts to Hairs" Oarweed (Laminaria digitata) reveals its fascinating holdfasts and stipes, exposed at low tide in Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck. A Common Whelk (Buccinum undatum) finds a cozy spot on a kelp stipe in the picturesque sea loch of Loch Carron, Ross and Cromarty, Highlands, Scotland. Backlit beauty: Ear-pick Fungus (Auriscalpium vulgare) showcases its fruiting body with delicate hairs on the stipe, creating an enchanting sight in Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire. Amidst lush mosses lies the Ear-pick Fungus (Auriscalpium vulgare), backlit to highlight its intricate hairy stipe - nature's hidden gem. Balanus tintinnabulum barnacles cling onto sturdy stipes for dear life as they thrive along rocky shores - resilience personified. In the Arctic National Park, witness an arctic mushroom emerging from wet tundra - a testament to life's ability to flourish even in extreme conditions. Delicate yet vibrant Crimson waxcap mushrooms create a mesmerizing artwork amidst nature's canvas - a true feast for the eyes. Dive into Mushroom Anatomy 101 with an informative diagram showcasing various parts including gill caps and their role in reproduction - unlocking nature's secrets one image at a time. Underneath the microscope lens, explore the intricate details of mushroom gill cap through this captivating light micrograph - revealing unseen wonders within our forests' floor. The graceful Furbelows seaweed (Saccorhiza polyschides) dances underwater with elegance and charm; its flowing fronds and sturdy stipes adding beauty to marine ecosystems.