A photograph of a Himalayan Balsam flower Impatiens glandulifera, and its green, developing seed pods. The pods are capable of firing the seeds severa

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A photograph of a Himalayan Balsam flower Impatiens glandulifera, and its green, developing seed pods. The pods are capable of firing the seeds several metres to disperse them. Himalayan balsam is an invasive species in the UK and was introduced in the 19th century. It is now widespread favouring damp areas and river banks. Studio picture on a black background. Dorset England UK GB.

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Size: 5760px × 3840px
Photo credit: © www.pqpictures.co.uk / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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