Botanical Illustrations of Medicinal Plants

Detailed illustrations of various plants, including valerian and pile-wort, showcasing their structures in vintage styles with soft colors.

Lesser valerian, 1739, 1739, London, Publisher, Printed for John Nourse, Botany, Medical

Jarrinha, Aristolochia fimbriata (Fringed aristolochia, Aristolochia ciliosa). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Miss Sara Maund from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslow's The Botanist, London, 1836.

La Laureole mle et la Laureole femelle.. Regnault, Nicolas-François, 1746-1810. Prints, Scientific illustrations, Botanical illustrations. 1774. General Research Division. Plants, Botany

Dane wort, Sambucus ebulus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by J.C. Pemsel from a drawing by B. Thanner from Johannes Zorn's "Icones plantarum medicinalium," Germany, 1796. Zorn (1739-99) was a German pharmacist and botanist who travelled all over Europe searching for medicinal plants.

Chickweed plant (Cerastium glomeratum) with two associated wasps and their anatomical segments. Coloured etching, c. 1831.

Alexanders. Miller, Joseph, 1668 or 1669-1748. Botanical illustrations, Prints. 1739. Manuscripts and Archives Division. Botany, Botany, Medical

British entomology London Printed for the author 1823-1840 i.e. 1840 botany Great Britain insects pictorial works dazzling diversity, This captivating illustration features a flowering plant characterized by slender green stems and small, leafy branches. Prominently depicted is a bee, intricately detailed with red and black markings, hovering nearby. Below the plant, a series of delicate sketches showcases various anatomical features of the bee, including its legs and mouthparts, highlighting the intricate relationship between the insect and the flora. The illustration is enriched by a subtle, vibrant palette that emphasizes the natural beauty and complexity of both the plant and its pollinator.

Blue sowthistle, Mulgedium alpinum Less. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora), Stockholm, Wahlström & Widstrand, 1905. Lindman (1856-1928) was Professor of Botany at the Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska Riksmuseet). The chromolithographs were based on Johan Wilhelm Palmstruch's "Svensk botanik" (1802-1843).

Nova genera et species plantarum, Antverpiae, Ex officina Christophori Plantini, 1576, botany, classification, pictorial works, plants, scientific expeditions, South America, The illustration features two distinct plant specimens from the genus Diacanthium. On the left, a tall, slender stem showcases elongated leaves with serrated edges, adorned with small, clustered flowers at the top, depicting the plant's reproductive structures. On the right, a shorter, bushier plant displays broader leaves with a similar serration pattern, paired with delicate flowers emerging from the axils. Both plants are rendered with meticulous detail, highlighting their botanical features that contribute to identification, alongside a label indicating the scientific name and possibly the species classification.

Woodsorrel, Oxalis acetosella. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Woodville and Sir William Jackson Hooker's "Medical Botany," John Bohn, London, 1832. The tireless Sowerby (1757-1822) drew over 2, 500 plants for Smith's mammoth "English Botany" (1790-1814) and 440 mushrooms for "Coloured Figures of English Fungi " (1797) among many other works.

Sweet rocket, Hesperis matronalis. Handcoloured botanical drawn and engraved by Pierre Bulliard from his own "Flora Parisiensis," 1776, Paris, P. F. Didot. Pierre Bulliard (1752-1793) was a famous French botanist who pioneered the three-colour-plate printing technique. His introduction to the flowers of Paris included 640 plants.

Le Frasier.. Regnault, Nicolas-François, 1746-1810. Prints, Scientific illustrations, Botanical illustrations. 1774. General Research Division. Plants, Botany

British entomology, London, Printed for the author 1823-1840 i.e. 1840, botany, Great Britain, insects, pictorial works, dazzling diversity, The illustration features a delicate flowering plant identified as a member of the Apiaceae family, showcasing its slender, green stems and fine, feathery leaves. Among the plant's clusters of small white blossoms, a vividly depicted insect, with orange and black markings, is shown in flight, highlighting its role in pollination. Below the plant, a series of detailed anatomical sketches depict various aspects of the insect, including its wings, legs, and overall body structure, providing insight into its physical characteristics and functionality within the ecosystem. The combination of the botanical and entomological elements emphasizes the intricate relationship between flora and fauna.

L'Alliaire.. Regnault, Nicolas-François, 1746-1810. Prints, Scientific illustrations, Botanical illustrations. 1774. General Research Division. Plants, Botany

Common sowthistle (Sonchus oleraceus), historical illustration from 1885, Germany, Europe

Wild garlic plant (Allium ursinum) with an associated beetle and its anatomical segments. Coloured etching, c. 1831.

Newbouldia laevis (Five-stamened spathodea, Spathodea pentandra). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Walter Fitch from William Jackson Hooker's Botanical Magazine, London, 1838.

The image features three botanical illustrations 1. Cordia myxa with fruit, 2. Cordia myxa in bloom, and 3. Echium rawolfii. The work was created between 1809 and 1828 and published in Paris by Impr. impériale. The dimensions of the illustrations are 50 x 70 cm

Frogbit, Hydrocharis morsus-ranae. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora), Stockholm, Wahlstrom & Widstrand, 1905. Lindman (1856-1928) was Professor of Botany at the Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska Riksmuseet). The chromolithographs were based on Johan Wilhelm Palmstruch's "Svensk botanik," 1802-1843.

Botanical illustration by F. E. Guérin. From Dictionnaire pittoresque d'histoire naturelle et des phénomènes de la nature - 1833/1834

Yellow and red clove spice, Syzygium aromaticum (Caryophyllus aromaticus). Handcolored copperplate engraving by J. Schaly of a botanical illustration from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Unterhaltungen aus der Naturgeschichte (Encyclopedia of Natural History), Vienna, 1816.

Goniolimon eximium (Large pink sea lavender, Statice eximia). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards' Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, London, Ridgeway, 1847.

European poisonous plants, field pimpernel, Anagallis arvensis, authentic, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century model, Eduard Winkler (1799-1862), book All poisonous plants in Germany, exact date of depiction unknown, historical

European wand loosestrife, Lythrum virgatum, Lithrum virgatum, Litro affilato, Salicaria da Giardini. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century.

Phoenicean juniper, arar, or incense, Juniperus phoenicea, with branch, leaf and berry. Handcoloured stipple copperplate engraving by Lambert Junior from a drawing by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin from Chaumeton, Poiret and Chamberet's "La Flore Medicale," Paris, Panckoucke, 1830. Turpin (1775~1840) was one of the three giants of French botanical art of the era alongside Pierre Joseph Redoute and Pancrace Bessa.

Thorn apple, jimson weed or devil's snare, Datura stramonium. La pomme epineuse, la pommette epineuse. Copperplate engraving printed in three colours by Pierre Bulliard from his Herbier de la France, ou collection complete des plantes indigenes de ce royaume, Didot jeune, Debure et Belin, 1780-1793.

La Melisse Batarde.. Regnault, Nicolas-François, 1746-1810. Prints, Scientific illustrations, Botanical illustrations. 1774. General Research Division. Plants, Botany

Dragon's mouth or bulbous arethusa, Arethusa bulbosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by P. Syme for Samuel Curtis' continuation of William Curtis' Botanical Magazine, London, 1820.

Les figures des plantes et animaux d'usage en medecine, Paris, Desprez, 1764-1765, materia medica, pictorial works, The illustration features a detailed botanical study of a plant species labeled as 'A. Aporola.' The layout presents various components of the plant, including multiple floral arrangements, leaves, and stems. In the top section, a small cluster of flowers is depicted, showcasing their delicate petals and structure. Below, an arrangement of larger blossoms with prominent star-shaped petals can be seen. The illustration also includes smaller features such as leaf shapes and a branch with tiny berries, highlighting the plant's reproductive elements. Each part is meticulously drawn, emphasizing the intricacies and beauty of this botanical specimen.

Geometer moths. Magpie moth, Abraxas grossulariata 1, swallow-tailed moth, Ourapteryx sambucaria 2, Eurranthis plummistaria 3, lace border moth, Scopula ornata 4. Phalene du groseiller, du sureau, a plumet, ornee. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39.

Cape leadwort, blue plumbago or Cape plumbago, Plumbago auriculata. Cape, South Africa. Plumbago capensis, Dentelaire du Cap. Handcoloured steel engraving by Felicie Fournier after an illustration by Louis Joseph Edouard Maubert from Charles d'Orbigny's Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1849.

L'Acante, ou, la Brancursine.. Regnault, Nicolas-François, 1746-1810. Prints, Scientific illustrations, Botanical illustrations. 1774. General Research Division. Plants, Botany

British entomology London Printed for the author 1823-40 botany Great Britain insects pictorial works arthropoda arthropod dazzling diversity, A detailed botanical illustration showcasing a flowering dandelion plant. The yellow flower blooms at the top, perched on a slender green stem. Adjacent to the flower, a delicate butterfly is depicted with its wings partially open, emphasizing a sense of movement. Below the main plant, intricate sketches illustrate various parts, including the roots and leaf structure, highlighting the plant's anatomy. The overall composition reflects a harmonious blend of flora and fauna, capturing the beauty of nature's details with precision.

Phaenocoma prolifera Xeranthemum proliferum , print maker: Hendrik Schwegman, Haarlem, 1793, paper, etching, engraving, h 258 mm × w 163 mm

Paranomus sceptrum-gustavianum (Sparrm.) Hylander, Paranomus sceptrum-gustavianum (Sparrm.) Hylander (King Gustav's sceptre), draughtsman: Robert Jacob Gordon, Oct-1777 - Mar-1786, paper, pen, brush, h 660 mm × w 480 mm, h 540 mm × w 364 mm

Braconid wasp, Hecabolus sulcatus, and mezereon, Daphne mezereum. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Curtis for his own British Entomology, being Illustrations and Descriptions of the Genera of Insects found in Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1834. Curtis (17911862) was an entomologist, illustrator, engraver and publisher.

Sweet violet, Viola odorata. Handcoloured zincograph by Chabots drawn by Miss M. A. Burnett from her "Plantae Utiliores: or Illustrations of Useful Plants," Whittaker, London, 1842. Miss Burnett drew the botanical illustrations, but the text was chiefly by her late brother, British botanist Gilbert Thomas Burnett (1800-1835).

A cabbage plant (Brassica oleracea) with an associated moth or butterfly and its anatomical segments. Coloured etching, c. 1831.

Beschouwing der wonderen Gods, Amsterdam, J.C. Sepp, 1762-1860, entomology, Netherlands, Lepidoptera, Gelechiamouffetella, This illustration showcases the various life stages of the moth species Gelechia mouffetella. At the top right is an adult moth, detailed with distinctive markings on its wings. Below the moth, a leafy plant is prominently displayed, which serves as the host for the species. Accompanying the plant are two caterpillars in different stages of development, each labeled for identification. To the left, the pupal stage is illustrated, showing the insect in its cocoon form. This educational depiction highlights the transformation from larva to adult, emphasizing the connection between the moth and its host plant.

Large-flowered dame's violet. Hesperis grandiflora. Illustration by Sowerby, one of the famous dynasty of natural history illustrators founded by James Sowerby. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Samuel Curtis's "The Curtis Botanical Magazine" 1826.. Samuel Curtis, cousin and son-in-law to William Curtis, took over the Botanical Magazine in 1826. Samuel re-named it "The Curtis Botanical Magazine" and enlisted the help of William Jackson Hooker, Professor of Botany at Glasgow University. Samuel Curtis' daughters (Miss C and C.M) drew the illustrations for the magazine. C.M. Curtis also drew illustrations for Forbe Royle's "Natural History of the Himalayan Mountains" 1833 and Lindley's "Pomologia Britannica" 1841.

Grass eggar, Lasiocampa trifolii, male, female, larva, pupa, chrysalis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Georg Klinger from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786.

Atractus literatus, Arenocoris fallenii, Lettered Coreus squash bug, with cat-mint, Nepeta cataria. . Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Curtis for his own "British Entomology, being Illustrations and Descriptions of the Genera of Insects found in Great Britain and Ireland," London, 1834. Curtis (1791ñ1862) was an entomologist, illustrator, engraver and publisher. "British Entomology" was published from 1824 to 1839, and comprised 770 illustrations of insects and the plants upo

British entomology London Printed for the author 1823-1840 i.e. 1840 botany Great Britain insects pictorial works, A botanical illustration featuring a delicate flower with elongated, dark green leaves and a slender stem. The flower, with a unique dark purple bloom that curves slightly, stands prominently against the background. Above the flower, an intricately detailed insect, resembling a mosquito, is depicted in mid-flight, showcasing its slender legs and elongated body. Below the main illustration, several smaller sketches illustrate different elements related to the study of botany and entomology, including various plant structures and types of insects, reflecting the interconnectedness of flora and fauna.

American, medicinal, plants, New York, Boericke & Tafel, c1887, botany, medical, United States, Iris versicolor medical botany, This illustration features the Iris versicolor, a perennial plant known for its striking, vibrant flowers. The central bloom showcases its distinctive petals, which are purple with intricate yellow markings. Accompanying the main flower, there are detailed botanical sketches of various plant parts, including the leaves, stem, and reproductive structures. Numbered labels indicate specific features of the plant, providing a comprehensive reference for identification and study. The overall composition highlights the elegance and complexity of this species, celebrating its natural beauty and importance in the botanical world.

Purple-flowered male orchis, Orchis mascula, with outline of bulb and stalk. Handcolored copperplate engraving from a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Woodville and Sir William Jackson Hooker's "Medical Botany" 1832. The tireless Sowerby (1757-1822) drew over 2,500 plants for Smith's mammoth "English Botany" (1790-1814) and 440 mushrooms for "Coloured Figures of English Fungi " (1797) among many other works.

Wormwood moth, Cucullia absinthii 1-3, alder moth, Acronicta alni 4-6, and Cucullia tanaceti 7. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786.

La Bistorte.. Regnault, Nicolas-François, 1746-1810. Prints, Scientific illustrations, Botanical illustrations. 1774. General Research Division. Plants, Botany

Corky-fruited water-dropwort, Oenanthe pimpinelloides. Handcoloured botanical drawn and engraved by Pierre Bulliard from his own "Flora Parisiensis," 1776, Paris, P. F. Didot. Pierre Bulliard (1752-1793) was a famous French botanist who pioneered the three-colour-plate printing technique. His introduction to the flowers of Paris included 640 plants.

British, entomology, London, Printed for the author 1823-1840 i.e. 1840, botany, Great Britain, insects, pictorial works, The illustration features a detailed depiction of a flowering plant adorned with small, vibrant blue blossoms. Accompanying the plant is a realistic representation of an insect, likely a bee, positioned near the flowers. Below the main image are several smaller sketches, which provide various views and anatomical details of the insect, including wing structures and other features, contributing to a comprehensive study of both the plant and its associated pollinator. The botanical illustration emphasizes the intricate relationship between flora and fauna, showcasing the beauty and complexity of nature.

Spring crocus, Crocus vernus, and European peacock butterfly, Aglais io. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Daniel Rabel after a botanical illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian from Pierre Joseph Buchozs edition of Histoire Generale des Insectes de Surinam et de tout lEurope, Troisieme edition revue, corrigee et considerablement augmentee par M. Buchoz, Paris, 1771.

Firecracker plant, Russelia equisetiformis (Russelia juncea). Based on Mrs Augusta Withers' illustration in Benjamin Maund's "The Botanist." Handcoloured zincograph by C. Chabot drawn by Miss M. A. Burnett from her "Plantae Utiliores: or Illustrations of Useful Plants," Whittaker, London, 1842. Miss Burnett drew the botanical illustrations, but the text was chiefly by her late brother, British botanist Gilbert Thomas Burnett (1800-1835).

Iris scorpiodes, Iris alata; Iris Scorpion, Redouté, Pierre Joseph, 1759-1840, les liliacees, 1802 - 1816.

Mountain garlic, Allium carinatum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from a drawing by James Sowerby for Smith's "English Botany," London, 1805. Sowerby was a tireless illustrator of natural history books and illustrated books on botany, mycology, conchology and geology.

Purple or violacea rose, Rosa holoserica purpurea flore semi-pleno. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from an illustration drawn from nature by Stark from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1790-1830. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822) was a German publisher and man of arts most famous for his 12-volume encyclopedia for children illustrated with 1,200 engraved plates on natural history, science, costume, mythology, etc.

Oryssus coronatus, Oryssus abietinus wood-wasp, and manured canary-grass, Phalaris canariensis. European species not seen in the UK since the 19th century. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Curtis for his own "British Entomology, being Illustrations and Descriptions of the Genera of Insects found in Great Britain and Ireland," London, 1834. Curtis (17911862) was an entomologist, illustrator, engraver and publisher. "British Entomology" was published from 1824 to 1839, and comprised 770 illustrations of insects and the plants upon which they are found.

Mousetail, Myosurus minimus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London, 1816.

Grey dagger, Acronicta psi 1-4, and dark dagger, Acronicta tridens 5-8. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786.

Mr. Herbert's cypella, Cypella herbertii. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after Miss Sarah Drake from John Lindley and Robert Sweet's Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G. Willis, London, 1854.

Botanical and zoological illustration by F. E. Guérin. From Dictionnaire pittoresque d'histoire naturelle et des phénomènes de la nature - 1833/1834

Icones plantarum medicinalium, Nurnberg, auf Kosten der Raspischen Buchhandlung, 1779-1790, botany, medical, pictorial works, This illustration features the Oxalis acetosella, commonly known as wood sorrel. The plant is depicted with its characteristic clover-like leaves, arranged in a three-leaf structure, and delicate white flowers with reddish veins. Roots are illustrated at the bottom, showcasing the plants growth form. The accompanying diagram at the top provides detailed annotations of various morphological features of the plant, labeled with letters for reference. This botanical study captures the essence of the species, highlighting both its beauty and botanical significance.

Harpalus ruficeps, Harpalus latus, Red-headed Harpalus beetle, and long rough-headed poppy, Papaver argemone. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Curtis for his own "British Entomology, being Illustrations and Descriptions of the Genera of Insects found in Great Britain and Ireland," London, 1834. Curtis (17911862) was an entomologist, illustrator, engraver and publisher. "British Entomology" was published from 1824 to 1839, and comprised 770 illustrations of insects and the plants upon which they are found.

Field book of western wild flowers, New York, 1915, Identification, West US, Wildflowers, Margaret Neilson Armstrong, Margaret Neilson Armstrong, Women in science, The illustration features multiple botanical details, prominently displaying a plant labeled as 'VenegasiaV. carpesioides' at the center. This plant is characterized by its distinct leaves and flower, capturing the essence of its natural form. Surrounding this central plant are smaller floral illustrations: to the left, 'SunshineBleria gracilis,' which showcases delicate blooms, and to the right, 'LessingiaL. leptocladia,' depicting slender, upright flowers. Each plant is intricately drawn, emphasizing their unique shapes and structures, with annotations enhancing the educational aspect of the composition.

Red hempnettle, Galeopsis ladanum. Handcoloured botanical drawn and engraved by Pierre Bulliard from his own "Flora Parisiensis," 1776, Paris, P. F. Didot. Pierre Bulliard (1752-1793) was a famous French botanist who pioneered the three-colour-plate printing technique. His introduction to the flowers of Paris included 640 plants.

Illustration from the French, botanical book, 'Botanique. By EMMANUEL LE MAOUT, 1852

Natuurhistorische ensemble (nr. 11). 11. Blad van Mengelmoes / Miscelaniorum tabula 11. / 11. feuille de melange (title on object). Artist: Jacob Hoefnagel. Draughtsman: Anselmus Boëtius de Boodt (possibly). Draughtsman: Elias Verhulst (attributed to). Dating: 1596 - 1610. Place: Delft. Measurements: h 161 mm × w 268 mm. Museum: Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.

Plantae Selectae: No. 68 - Lycium. Georg Dionysius Ehret (German, 1708-1770), Christopher Jacob Trew (German). Engraving, hand-colored;

North's false flag, Neomarica northiana (Marica northiana var. splendens). Chromolithograph by Pieter de Pannemaeker after an illustration by A. Goossens from Jean Linden's l'Illustration Horticole, Brussels, 1895.

Illustration depicting a piece of lavender a genus of 47 known species of flowering plants in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Dated 20th century

Plastron noir, 18th century illustration

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