Lily Lilium, Leaves unfurling, appearing to be protecting the new buds within.

Savoy cabbage, Brassica oleracea capitata v. subauda, Close overhead view of a wet leaf showing the rib and veins.

Sage, Turkish sage, Phlomis russeliana

Love-in-a-mist, Nigella damascena 'Persian Jewels'

Love-in-a-mist, Nigella damascena

Protea, Nodding pincushion, Leucospermum cordifolium 'Yellow Bird', close up showing intricate pattern.

Flower Mandala, manipulated image created by multiplying section of plant into a complete geometric shape.

Flower Mandala, manipulated image created by multiplying section of plant into a complete geometric shape.

Flower Mandala, manipulated image created by multiplying section of plant into a complete geometric shape.

Flower Mandala, manipulated image created by multiplying section of plant into a complete geometric shape.

Flower Mandala, manipulated image created by multiplying section of plant into a complete geometric shape.

Flower Mandala, manipulated image created by multiplying section of plant into a complete geometric shape.

Buttercup, Ranunculus surbicus.