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The Botanical Garden, established here in 1682 (having been founded in 1638 in another location as an apothecaries' garden), is a medley of color and scent, with some 250,000 flowers and 115,000 plants and trees from 8,000 different varieties. It owes its origins to the treasure trove of tropical plants the Dutch found in their exotic colonies, and its contemporary popularity to the Dutch love affair with flowers. Highlights include are the Semicircle, which reconstructs part of the original 1682 design; the Mexico-California Desert House; the Palm House, home to one of the world's oldest palm trees; and the Tri-Climate House, which displays tropical, subtropical, and desert plants.
Amsterdam, the Netherlands, April 23, 2006. Photo taken with Nikon EM film camera.
A Amsterdam 136
I had heard about infrared photographic film. When used in combination with a Hoya R72 infrared filter, it captures all the reflected infrared light that the human eye cannot see. And it made me wonder: Do sclerophyllous gumleaves (Eucalyptus spp., left) reflect as much infrared light as oak leaves (Quercus spp., right)? So I took this shot to find out. And it seems they do.
And now I look at this shot (which looked entirely pleasant in the visible spectrum at 390-750 nm) and consider that it would have looked a whole lot nicer had I just focussed on the oaks. A lesson for next time! Nonetheless, the ghostly white leaves do give an eery appearance to the scene which adds some interest I suppose.
Shot on Rollei IR400 infrared black-and-white film with a Hoya R72 infrared filter.
The Botanical Garden, established here in 1682 (having been founded in 1638 in another location as an apothecaries' garden), is a medley of color and scent, with some 250,000 flowers and 115,000 plants and trees from 8,000 different varieties. It owes its origins to the treasure trove of tropical plants the Dutch found in their exotic colonies, and its contemporary popularity to the Dutch love affair with flowers. Highlights include are the Semicircle, which reconstructs part of the original 1682 design; the Mexico-California Desert House; the Palm House, home to one of the world's oldest palm trees; and the Tri-Climate House, which displays tropical, subtropical, and desert plants.
Amsterdam, the Netherlands, April 23, 2006. Photo taken with Nikon EM film camera.
A Amsterdam 138
Victoria amazonica, giant water lily.
August 2010 trip to Leiden, the Netherlands for the 8th International Carnivorous Plant Society conference
The Hortus Botanicus Leiden, nestled in the heart of the city, is a historical gem and a tranquil retreat. Established in 1590, it holds the distinction of being the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands, with a rich collection that has grown over four centuries. Visitors can explore the Orangery from 1744, tropical greenhouses from 1938, and a winter garden from 2000, each offering a unique glimpse into the plant kingdom. The garden's commitment to education and conservation is evident through its diverse flora, including exotic species and historical plants like the old Tuliptree from 1716 and the Ginkgo from 1785. It's a place where nature's beauty is preserved and celebrated, providing a serene escape from the bustling city life.
The Hortus Botanicus Leiden, nestled in the heart of the city, is a historical gem and a tranquil retreat. Established in 1590, it holds the distinction of being the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands, with a rich collection that has grown over four centuries. Visitors can explore the Orangery from 1744, tropical greenhouses from 1938, and a winter garden from 2000, each offering a unique glimpse into the plant kingdom. The garden's commitment to education and conservation is evident through its diverse flora, including exotic species and historical plants like the old Tuliptree from 1716 and the Ginkgo from 1785. It's a place where nature's beauty is preserved and celebrated, providing a serene escape from the bustling city life.