Berberis Vulgaris Collection

Barberry, Berberis vulgaris. Handcoloured lithograph by Henry Sowerby after an illustration by L.W
FLO4637944 Barberry, Berberis vulgaris. Handcoloured lithograph by Henry Sowerby after an illustration by L.W. from Edward Hamilton's Flora Homeopathica, Bailliere, London

Branch of a barberry, c.1775-c.1825. Creator: Willem van Leen
Branch of a barberry, c.1775-c.1825. Berberis vulgaris Linn. Attributed to Willem van Leen

Medicinal plant, Berberis vulgaris, common barberry, European barberry or simply barberry, is a shrub in the genus Berberis / Heilpflanze, Gewohnliche Berberitze, Berberis vulgaris, Sauerdorn

Common barberry, Berberis vulgaris, Epine-vinette commune
5324449 Common barberry, Berberis vulgaris, Epine-vinette commune by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Common barberry, Berberis vulgaris, Epine-vinette commune)

Fruits, nuts and berries, fruits en baies, fruits a noyau
5324582 Fruits, nuts and berries, fruits en baies, fruits a noyau by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Fruits, nuts and berries, fruits en baies, fruits a noyau)

Berberis vulgaris, also known as common barberry, European barberry or simply barberry
Illustration of a Berberis vulgaris, also known as common barberry, European barberry or simply barberry

Barberry (Berberis vulgaris)
Illustration of a Barberry (Berberis vulgaris)

Illustration of Berberis vulgaris (European barberry), a deciduous shrub showing summer leaves

Berberis vulgaris; Common Barberry

Berberis vulgaris, Common Barberry

Dried barberry, and salt in pestle with mortar

European barberry (Berberis vulgaris), Berberidaceae by Francesco Peyrolery, watercolor, 1765
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume X, Plate 47 by Francesco Peyrolery: European barberry (Berberis vulgaris), Berberidaceae

Barberry (Berberis vulgaris)
Branches of Barberry (Berberis vulgaris), showing flowers and foliage in the Spring. Photographed in France

Barberries and leaves
Barberry fruits and leaves (Berberis vulgaris) on branches. This shrub is native to Europe. Parts of it are used in herbal medicine

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Berberis vulgaris, commonly known as common barberry or European barberry, is a medicinal plant that belongs to the Berberidaceae family. This deciduous shrub produces fruits en baies, also known as fruits with nuts and berries. The summer leaves of this plant are beautifully illustrated in antique botanical engravings. The dried barberry, along with salt in a pestle with mortar, showcases its culinary uses. This versatile plant has been used for centuries due to its numerous health benefits. Its vibrant red berries not only add color to dishes but also provide a tangy flavor. Barberry (Berberis vulgaris) has long been recognized for its medicinal properties. It contains compounds such as berberine that have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects. Traditional medicine often utilizes these berries for their potential digestive and immune system support. The Epine-vinette commune is native to Europe but can now be found in various regions around the world. Its adaptability allows it to thrive in different climates and soil conditions. Francesco Peyrolery's watercolor painting from 1765 captures the beauty of the European barberry (Berberis vulgaris). The intricate details showcase the elegance of this deciduous shrub. Whether you appreciate its aesthetic appeal or utilize it for its medicinal qualities, Berberis vulgaris continues to captivate botany enthusiasts and herbalists alike.