Underside

Posted by AG (London, United Kingdom) on 8 August 2006 in Plant & Nature.

A detail of the underside of a giant waterlily leaf showing the ribs, braces and supports and the protective spines. It is said this layout inspired 19th century engineers in considering early use of cast iron girder structures.

- AG

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AG from London, United Kingdom

* Wow! I don't know what else to say. Just incredible.[reply]Heath @ 2006-08-08 09:28:18

* The is a marvelous close up image. I would have to believe the story; how could one not find this design inspiring?[reply]micki @ 2006-08-08 09:49:37

* that is such an amazing structure; who would have guessed what it was if you hadn't told us. and as usual, a fascinating snippet of information to partner the photo.[reply]david @ 2006-08-08 10:53:50

* I would've never guessed this is the underside of a giant waterlily leaf. Nice capture.[reply]Michael @ 2006-08-08 13:23:49

* This is brilliant. Just a great macro that satisfies instantly.[reply]Dave @ 2006-08-08 14:37:17

* Wow, this is a heavy duty structure! No wonder it grows to such a size. Nature really continues to bowl me over. Infinitely more detailed and stranger than I'd imagined it would be![reply]fotojo @ 2006-08-08 14:56:33

* Wow, fantastic... looks a bit like a gothic cathedral :-)
[reply]Karl Baumann @ 2006-08-08 17:19:48

* Amazing. Incredible details. Lovely pattern.[reply]Sidney @ 2006-08-09 06:22:28

* i have to say, this one looks very dangerous. :) i really like colors here and the angle is perfect (as always) however its very intressting plant. take care my friend[reply]bruno @ 2006-08-09 07:19:20

* Again a superb and seldom seen point of view. The detaiuls are outstanding. Nothing beats nature in architecture and design (and many other things).[reply]Uwe @ 2006-08-09 07:23:31

* Great macro!
I've never seen one from this side before.[reply]Erik - HedinMedia @ 2006-08-09 07:38:21

* As so many things, objects are inspired by nature. Great posting ![reply]Hildegarde @ 2006-08-09 19:12:43

* Thanks to Everyone for your Comments here.
I’d seen photos of the u/s of these leaves but this was the first time I’d viewed the real thing. Very aggressive and most unsuitable in a salad, I’d say.[reply]AG @ 2006-08-11 10:44:12

* Great structure in this. Love it[reply]geof @ 2006-08-12 11:14:05

* Thanks, Geof.[reply]AG @ 2006-08-12 21:52:18

* that's the underside of a water lily? incredible! nice composition :)[reply]christine @ 2006-08-16 18:55:20

* Yes, Christine. A giant Amazonian waterlily, no less![reply]AG @ 2006-08-16 21:52:17

* love that you gave the bit of education along with the shot, I had no idea they existed at this size and am curious as to the diameter of this leaf... must do a search and find out. Thank you[reply]msdedi @ 2006-08-30 23:46:19

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