Bulbous Arethusa Collection

Showy toothwort, Cardamine pentaphyllos (Five-leaved toothwort, Dentaria pentaphylla)
FLO4579694 Showy toothwort, Cardamine pentaphyllos (Five-leaved toothwort, Dentaria pentaphylla). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by John Curtis for Samuel Curtis

Common foxglove, Digitalis purpurea (Wooly leaved foxglove, Digitalis tomentosa)
FLO4579627 Common foxglove, Digitalis purpurea (Wooly leaved foxglove, Digitalis tomentosa). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell for Samuel Curtis continuation of William Curtis Botanical

Gomesa flexuosa orchid (Zig-zag oncidium, Oncidium flexuosum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a
FLO4579687 Gomesa flexuosa orchid (Zig-zag oncidium, Oncidium flexuosum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by John Curtis for Samuel Curtis continuation of William Curtis

River crinum lily, Crinum viviparum (Deep-rooted crinum, Crinum defixum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell
FLO4579757 River crinum lily, Crinum viviparum (Deep-rooted crinum, Crinum defixum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by William Herbert for Samuel Curtis continuation of

Dragon's mouth or bulbous arethusa, Arethusa bulbosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing
FLO4579705 Dragon's mouth or bulbous arethusa, Arethusa bulbosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by P

Moldavian monkshood, Aconitum moldavicum (Carpathian wolfsbane, Northern Aconitum carpatium)
FLO4579667 Moldavian monkshood, Aconitum moldavicum (Carpathian wolfsbane, Northern Aconitum carpatium). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell for Samuel Curtis continuation of William Curtis

Bigleaf or large-leaved magnolia, Magnolia macrophylla. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing
FLO4579635 Bigleaf or large-leaved magnolia, Magnolia macrophylla. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by John Curtis for Samuel Curtis continuation of William Curtis

Saint-hay vetch, Vicia onobrychioides. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by John Curtis for
FLO4579733 Saint-hay vetch, Vicia onobrychioides. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by John Curtis for Samuel Curtis continuation of William Curtis Botanical Magazine

Italian bugloss, Anchusa azurea (Anchusa italica). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by
FLO4579676 Italian bugloss, Anchusa azurea (Anchusa italica). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by John Curtis for Samuel Curtis continuation of William Curtis Botanical

Chu-lan or one spiked chloranthus, Chloranthus monostachys. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell for Samuel
FLO4579650 Chu-lan or one spiked chloranthus, Chloranthus monostachys. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell for Samuel Curtis continuation of William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London

Hewittia malabarica (Two-coloured bindweed, Convolvulus bicolor). Handcoloured copperplate engraving for Samuel Curtis
FLO4579822 Hewittia malabarica (Two-coloured bindweed, Convolvulus bicolor). Handcoloured copperplate engraving for Samuel Curtis continuation of William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London

Rose vervain, Glandularia canadensis (Lambert's vervain, Verbena lamberti)
FLO4579691 Rose vervain, Glandularia canadensis (Lambert's vervain, Verbena lamberti). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by John Curtis for Samuel Curtis continuation

Pink shepherd's crook orchid, Geodorum terrestrial (Lemon-coloured geodorum, Geodorum citrinum)
FLO4579663 Pink shepherd's crook orchid, Geodorum terrestrial (Lemon-coloured geodorum, Geodorum citrinum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell for Samuel Curtis continuation of William

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The bulbous arethusa is a rare and stunning orchid native to North America, known for its vibrant pink flowers that resemble delicate ballerinas in full bloom. These graceful beauties can be found nestled among damp woodlands and bogs, their unique shape and color standing out against the lush greenery of their surroundings. Despite their beauty they can elusive and hard to spot in the wild, making sightings a special treat for lucky nature enthusiasts. Their intricate patterns and intricate details make them a favorite subject for photographers and artists alike, capturing the essence of this enchanting flower. Conservation efforts are underway to protect these fragile orchids from habitat destruction and illegal harvesting, ensuring that future generations can continue to marvel at their exquisite beauty. So next time you find yourself wandering through a wetland or forested area, keep an eye out for the bulbous arethusa – you never know when you might stumble upon one of nature's most precious treasures.