Plant Bulb Collection (#2)

Erythronium, Dog s-tooth Violet flowerheads

Curcuma longa, Turmeric plant and roots growing from bulbs, side view

Black and white illustration of Allium sativum (Garlic), showing bulb, leaves and flowers

Kohlrabi, Turnip cabbage -Brassica oleracea var gongylodes L. -
Kohlrabi, Turnip cabbage -Brassica oleracea var gongylodes L.-

Gala Potatoes -Solanum tuberosum-

White tulips at Floriade
White tulips in the afternoon sunlight at Floriade flower and entertainment festival. Floriade is an annual spring festival held in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

American Dogas Tooth Violet, Erythronium Grandiflorum, Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1835
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved and Hand Colored Victorian Botanical Illustration of American Dogas Tooth Violet, Erythronium Grandiflorum, Hexandria Monogynia

Oncidium, Oncidium Pulchellum, Gynandria Monandria Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1835
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved and Hand Colored Victorian Botanical Illustration of Oncidium, Oncidium Pulchellum, Gynandria Monandria Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1835

Oncidium, Oncidium Lemonianum, Gynandria Monandria Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1835
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved and Hand Colored Victorian Botanical Illustration of Oncidium, Oncidium lemonianum, Gynandria Monandria Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1835

Kennedya Marryattae, Kennedya, Diadelphia Decandria Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1835
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved and Hand Colored Victorian Botanical Illustration of Kennedya Marryattae, Kennedya, Diadelphia Decandria Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1835

Gynandria Monandria Victorian Botanical Illustration, Oncidium, Oncidium Pulchellum, 1835
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved and Hand Colored Victorian Botanical Illustration of Oncidium, Oncidium Pulchellum, Gynandria Monandria Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1835

Erythronium Grandiflorum Victorian Botanical Illustration, American Dogas Tooth Violet, 1835
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved and Hand Colored Victorian Botanical Illustration of American Dogas Tooth Violet, Erythronium Grandiflorum, Hexandria Monogynia

Polyandria Monogynia Victorian Botanical Illustration, Azara, Toothed Azara, 1835
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved and Hand Colored Victorian Botanical Illustration of Azara, Toothed Azara, Polyandria Monogynia Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1835, Plants

Arctostaphylos tomentosa Victorian Botanical Illustration, Downy Bearberry, Bearberry, 1835
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved and Hand Colored Victorian Botanical Illustration of Downy Bearberry, Bearberry, Arctostaphylos tomentosa Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1835

Diadelphia Decandria Victorian Botanical Illustration, Kennedya Marryattae, Kennedya, 1835
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved and Hand Colored Victorian Botanical Illustration of Kennedya Marryattae, Kennedya, Diadelphia Decandria Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1835

Hedgerow Cranesbill (Geranium pyrenaicum)
Illustration of a Hedgerow Cranesbill (Geranium pyrenaicum)

Flower pollination engraving 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

The process of flowering engraving 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

Parsley root
Illustration of a Parsley root

Common laburnum, golden chain or golden rain (Laburnum anagyroides)
Illustration of a common laburnum, golden chain or golden rain (Laburnum anagyroides)

Portuguese sundew or dewy pine (Drosophyllum lusitanicum)
Illustration of a Portuguese sundew or dewy pine (Drosophyllum lusitanicum)

Colourful autumn bulb border, planting plan in top right-hand corner

Yellow flowers of Daffodil towering over white flowers of Narcissus, violet, drooping flowerheads of Fritillary, blue flowerheads of Hyacinth and upward-facing purple petals of Cerise Crocus

Illustration, purple flowers and slender grass-like leaves of Crocus biflorus

Black and white illustration of storing bulbs in tray inside shed, labelled with date and type of bu

Black and white illustration of lily bulb planted in the ground on a layer of gravel

Cross-section illustration of various plants grown in single container

The Colorful Tulips of Holland
These colorful tulips on public display in central Amstetdam represent the national flower of the Netherlands. Tulips are perennial flowers that are grown from a bulb

Garlic bulbs at a weekly market, Provence region, France, Europe

Potatoes in burlap sack on wood

Peeled cassava root on the jungle floor, Sacha Runa, Napo Province, Ecuador

Centum chapita or asfodello (Centum chapita amfodili), illustration
Manuscript, Italy, 15th century. Herbal from Trento. Plate: Centum chapita or asfodello (Centum chapita amfodili). Herb used to treat fistulas and eye disorders. Manuscript 1591, folio 27, recto

Onions affected by Sclerotium cepivorum (Onion white rot)

Bunch of Pickling Onions tied with string

Allium cepa (Onion plant)

Watering the leaves of a bulb flower with a watering can

Gladioli bulbs in drills being covered with soil, using Dutch hoe

Bulbs planted underneath a section of lifted turf, with the turf rolled back revealing the bulbs

Planting lily bulblets into pot of loam-based compost, close-up

Picking off lily bulblets from dead stem after flowering, close-up

Potting up sections of Cyclamen hederifolium bulb, close-up

Cutting a Cyclamen hederifolium bulb into pieces, using a sharp knife, close-up

Trimming off tip and roots from Hippeastrum bulb, using a sharp knife, close-up

Placing daffodil bulb on its cut end, then cutting downwards through basal plate with a sharp knife (propagating by twin-scaling)

Dividing pieces of daffodil bulb with scalpel (propagating by twin-scaling)

Slicing off nose of daffodil bulb, using a sharp knife (propagating by twin-scaling)

Hands peeling off scales from a lily bulb (propagating by scaling), close-up

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"Exploring the Intricate World of Plant Bulbs: A Victorian Botanical Illustration Journey" Step into the enchanting world of plant bulbs as we delve into their fascinating characteristics and historical significance. From poisonous and toxic plants to medicinal and herbal wonders, these botanical illustrations from the Victorian era offer a glimpse into nature's diverse offerings. Intriguingly, Victorian botanists meticulously documented plant anatomy through detailed drawings, capturing every intricate detail of bulbs. These illustrations not only served as scientific records but also showcased the artistic beauty hidden within each species. Amongst the bulbous wonders depicted is the Elephant Garlic (Allium ampeloprasum), a unique garlic variety known for its colossal size and pungent flavor. Its bulb serves both culinary purposes and traditional medicine practices. Orchids, with their exquisite blooms, take center stage in many Victorian botanical illustrations. The Twayblade, Neottia, Listera, Ladyas Tresses, Spiranthes are just a few examples that showcase nature's artistry at its finest. These delicate flowers have captivated enthusiasts for centuries with their intricate shapes and vibrant colors. Moving beyond ornamental plants, vegetables, fruits, and berries also make an appearance in these vintage illustrations. They highlight how even everyday garden produce can be transformed into works of art when viewed through a different lens. The Orchid family continues to mesmerize us with its diversity; Ophrys or Bee Ophrys entices pollinators with its bee-like appearance while Ladyas Slipper exudes elegance in every petal. Marsh Orchid and Military Orchid add further splendor to this collection of Victorian botanical masterpieces. Not all bulbs bring joy though; some possess sinister qualities like Star of Bethlehem (Ornithogalum). This seemingly innocent flower conceals toxic properties beneath its charming exterior – reminding us that caution is necessary when exploring nature's bounty.