Dodecatheon Meadia Collection

Common Shooting star (Dodecatheon meadia) in Sinclair Canyon Kootenay National Park British Columbia Canada

The Mead. Shooting star, Dodecatheon meadia. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Precious
FLO4596165 The Mead. Shooting star, Dodecatheon meadia. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Precious and illuminated collection of the most beautiful and curious flowers

Giroselle de Virginie - Shooting star, Dodecatheon meadia (Elegant American cowslip, Dodecatheon meadia var. elegans)
FLO4712047 Giroselle de Virginie - Shooting star, Dodecatheon meadia (Elegant American cowslip, Dodecatheon meadia var. elegans)

Common Shooting star (Dodecatheon meadia) in Sinclair Canyon, Kootenay National Park, British Columbia, Canada

Giroselle of Virginia - American cowslip or Meads dodecatheon, Dodecatheon meadia
FLO4578236 Giroselle of Virginia - American cowslip or Meads dodecatheon, Dodecatheon meadia. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The

Aricula ursi, Shooting Star, c. 1744 (hand-coloured engraving)
1631638 Aricula ursi, Shooting Star, c.1744 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright

AMERICAN COWSLIP, 1787. American cowslip, or Meads Dodecatheon. Copper engraving by James Sowerby from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1787

Shooting Star (Dodecatheon meadia), Primrose Family (Primulaceae), Indian Rockhouse Trail, Buffalo Point, Buffalo National River, Arkansas

THORNTON: COWSLIP. The American Cowslip (Dodecatheon meadia L. ). Engraving by Warner after a painting by Peter
THORNTON: COWSLIP. The American Cowslip (Dodecatheon meadia L.). Engraving by Warner after a painting by Peter Henderson for The Temple of Flora, by British botanist Robert John Thornton, 1801

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Dodecatheon meadia, also known as the Common Shooting Star, in its natural habitat across North America. From the rocky slopes of Sinclair Canyon in Kootenay National Park, British Columbia, Canada, to the meadows of Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, this delicate wildflower captivates with its ethereal, star-shaped blooms. Delve into the rich history of this botanical marvel through intricately hand-coloured engravings. James Sowerby's botanical illustration from The Botanical Magazine, published in London in 1787, showcases the American cowslip or Mead's Dodecatheon. Meanwhile, Aricula ursi, an earlier depiction of the Shooting Star from around 1744, reveals its timeless allure. As you explore the trails of Kootenay National Park and Indian Rockhouse Trail, take a moment to appreciate the intricate details of the Common Shooting Star's petals, which resemble tiny stars against the earth. The American Cowslip, as depicted in Robert John Thornton's The Temple of Flora in 1801, adds another layer to our understanding of this Primulaceae family member. The Common Shooting Star, Dodecatheon meadia, continues to captivate botanists, naturalists, and nature enthusiasts alike with its ephemeral charm. Let these captivating images transport you on a journey of discovery and appreciation for this remarkable wildflower.