Root Collection (page 2)

Wild Angelica (Angelica sylvestris) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542. Plate: Wild Angelica (Angelica sylvestris)

German Iris - Iris florentina (Iris germanica) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542

Verbena or Vervain, 1947. Drought-resistant plant valued in butterfly gardening with longstanding use in herbalism and folk medicine, usually as an herbal tea

cargo container, cloud, color image, concept, container, copy space, day, delay, digital composite
Tree growing roots on stack of cargo containers

Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa)
Parsnip, vintage engraved illustration

Peruvian Lily or Lily of the Incas (Alstroemeria ligtu), Amaryllidaceae by Maddalena Lisa Mussino, watercolor, 1858
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume LXI, Plate 83 by Maddalena Lisa Mussino: Peruvian Lily or Lily of the Incas (Alstroemeria ligtu), Amaryllidaceae

The Blackville Medical Man. Yes, dis is a clear case of Difflomania. Wood engraving, American, c1880
SOUTH: ROOT DOCTOR. The Blackville Medical Man. " Yes, dis is a clear case of Difflomania. " Wood engraving, American, c1880

Potato, Solanum tuberosum
From Icones Plantarum medicinalium secundum systema Linni digestarum, 1788-1812 by Joseph Jacob Von Plenck

Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa) Javelin F1 variety, freshly dug roots, Powys, Wales, January

Great Basin Bristlecone Pine, Pinus longaeva, at Cedar Breaks National Monument, Utah. These trees are thought to be older than any other living organism, up to 5, 000 years, near Cedar City, Utah

AGAVE, 1613. Agave americana: colored engraving from Basilius Beslers Hortus Eystettensis (Altdorf, 1613)
AGAVE, 1613. Agave americana: colored engraving from Basilius Beslers " Hortus Eystettensis" (Altdorf, 1613)

CARNATION & LAVENDER, 1613. Carnation (Caryophyllaceae) and lavender (Labiatae). Engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published in Nuremberg in 1613

GARLIC, 1613. Great Mountain Garlic (Allium victorialis), late white tulip (Tulipa serotina stellata), and golden garlic (Allium moly): engraving from Basilius Beslers " Florilegium

Potatoes (Solanum tuberosum Anya )
Organic potatoes (Solanum tuberosum Anya )

GRAPEVINE, 1229. A grapevine from an Arabic manuscript of Dioscorides De Materia Medica, northern Iraq or Syria, 1229

AGRI2A-00109
Sweet potato plant, a tropical vine with an edible tuberous root. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Angkor Cambodia, Ta Prohm Tree

Tropical Rainforest - buttress roots on tree upstream from Puerto Maldonado
WAT-13774 Tropical Rainforest - buttress roots on tree upstream from Puerto Maldonado Tambopata nature reserve. Peru the Tambopata Nature Reserve

Vetiver - roots
PPG-1780 Vetiver - roots Vetiveria zizanoides Vetiver is mainly cultivated for the fragrant essential oil distilled from its roots

Bristlecone pine roots, White Mountains, Inyo National Forest, California

Indian shot, achira or meeru, Canna indica (Canna edulis). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants

My small part of the world
Nicolás Merino

Fennel, 1782. Artist: Elizabeth Blackwell
Fennel, 1782. Plate 288 from A Curious Herbal by Elizabeth Blackwell, published in 1782

Cauliflower
Illustration of a cauliflower

Hemloc Mandrake Worwood illustration 1851
The Natural History of the Sacred Scriptures, and Guide to General Zoology By W.I. Bicknell London and New York - John Tallis and Company 1851

Trunk and roots of a tree in Domain Park, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Ipecacuana botanical engraving 1857
A History of the Vegetable Kingdom by Wlliiam Rhind 1855

Horse-radish roots for sale at Sigishoara fruit and vegetable market, Transylvania, Romania
ROG-14130 Horseradish roots for sale at Sigishoara fruit and vegetable market Transylvania, Romania Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

BOTANY: FLOWERS, 1613. Round-leaved sundew (Droseraceae), Florists carnation (Caryophyllaceae) and Arnica (Compositae)

WATER LILY, 1613. Left and right: European white water lily (Nymphaea alba), center: yellow pond lily (Nuphar lutea): engraving for Basilius Beslers " Florilegium, " Nuremberg, 1613

VALERIAN FLOWERS, 1613. White Jacobs Ladder (Greek Valerian), Cretan spikenard and Lilac-blue Jacobs Ladder (Greek valerian)

MUSTARD PLANT, 1613. White mustard (Brassica hirta), left, and myagrum (Myagrum perfoliatum). Engraving for Basilius Beslers " Florilegium, " published at Nuremberg in 1613

Roots of Thale cress plant, Arabidopsis thaliana
Root genetics research. Roots of the Thale cress plant, Arabidopsis thaliana, growing in a culture medium. The roots have fine root hairs growing horizontally out of them

Cultured cress plant
Plant genetics research. Thale cress plants, Arabidopsis thaliana, growing in a culture medium. The roots (lower frame) have fine root hairs growing horizontally out of them

Human tooth anatomy, artwork
Human tooth anatomy. Artwork of a cross-section through a human tooth to show its anatomical structure. The two main areas are the crown (above the gum-line) and the root (embedded in the gum)

Xylem tissue, SEM
Xylem tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through xylem tissue from a dicotyledon rootlet. Xylem vessels (purple)

Root of a germinating red chard seed, SEM
Root of a germinating red chard seed. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a red chard seed (Beta vulgaris var. cicla) root

Red mangrove. Coro Pennisula - Venezuela
WAT-10232 Red mangrove Coro Pennisula - Venezuela Rhizophora mangle M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Cabbage trees in flower by Lake Hawea. Wanaka - South Island - New Zealand
MAB-765 Cabbage trees in flower by Lake Hawea. Wanaka - South Island - New Zealand Cordyline australis Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Broad Bean - showing root growth
JD-16083 Broad BEAN - shows roots growing John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

River red gum, Eucalyptus camaldulensis, Wilpena Pound, Flinders Range National Park, South Australia, Australia, Pacific

Autumnal trees in the forest. Ponna Superiore, Intelvi valley (val d'Intelvi), Como province, Lombardy, Italy

Monte Tellero, Ponna Superiore, Intelvi valley (val d'Intelvi), Como province, Lombardy, Italy

Giant Sinuous Pine tree and its root, at Bendestorf, near Hanover, Germany, 1901 (colour litho)
473478 Giant Sinuous Pine tree and its root, at Bendestorf, near Hanover, Germany, 1901 (colour litho) by European School

Mangrove Trees, 1934 (colour litho)
473473 Mangrove Trees, 1934 (colour litho) by European School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A mangrove is a tropical maritime tree able to grow)

Adam and Eve at work. From: The story of Adam and Eve, 1540. Creator: Heinrich Aldegrever
Adam and Eve at work. From: The story of Adam and Eve, 1540. Based on Genesis 3:17-19, it depicts a scene after the expulsion from Paradise

Mountain Roots
Andrea Maestosi

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"Exploring the Depths of Roots: From Yggdrasil to Ghost Orchids" Delve into the intricate world of roots, where ancient myths and scientific wonders intertwine. Just like Yggdrasil, the mythical Tree of Life in Norse mythology, roots hold secrets that connect us to nature's essence. Leonardo da Vinci's skull anatomy sketches reveal how roots anchor our existence, mirroring their resilience and strength. Much like the branches of Yggdrasil reaching towards the heavens, roots delve deep into the earth, providing stability and nourishment. Victorian botanical illustrations showcase both beauty and danger within root systems. Poisonous mushrooms lurk beneath forest floors while herbs and spices add flavor to our lives. These delicate yet potent plants remind us of nature's duality. The ethereal Ghost Orchid, immortalized by Susan Orleans' words, emerges from hidden recesses with its ghostly allure. Like this rare flower clinging onto trees for survival, some roots find support in unexpected places. Thai cuisine tantalizes taste buds with a symphony of flavors derived from various root-based spices. In Thailand's vibrant culture lies a fusion that celebrates Southeast Asian culinary traditions rooted deeply in history. Teeth tell tales not only about age but also about our dietary choices—a reminder that even humans rely on strong dental foundations just as plants depend on sturdy root systems for growth. Victorian botanical illustrations unmask poisonous and toxic plants lurking amidst enchanting blooms—an important lesson on discernment when exploring nature's offerings. Unraveling plant anatomy through Victorian illustrations reveals an intricate network below ground level—roots branching out like veins carrying life-sustaining nutrients throughout every fiber of existence. Medicinal and herbal plants have long been treasured for their healing properties; Victorian botanical art captures their essence beautifully. Rooted in tradition, these remedies continue to offer solace in modern times. Ta Prohm temple at Angkor Wat stands as a testament to the power of nature's roots.