Sowbread Collection

The Bread of Pigs has red flowers. Persian cyclamen, Cyclamen persicum. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz
FLO4596205 The Bread of Pigs has red flowers. Persian cyclamen, Cyclamen persicum. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Precious and illuminated collection of the most beautiful

Ivy-leaved cyclamen (Cyclamen hederifolium) in flower in autumnal woodland, Umbria, Italy. October

Cyclamen: 1. Cyclamen serotinum foliis hederaceis; 2. Cyclaminus longius radicatus
STC115680 Cyclamen: 1.Cyclamen serotinum foliis hederaceis; 2.Cyclaminus longius radicatus Camerarii; 3.Cyclamen vulgare Panis porcinus, from the Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub

Roses in a Roemer with a Turban Buttercup and a Sowbread in a Casement
827817 Roses in a Roemer with a Turban Buttercup and a Sowbread in a Casement, a River Landscape Beyond, (oil on panel) by Bosschaert

Cyclamen, c. 1766 (hand-coloured engraving)
618127 Cyclamen, c.1766 (hand-coloured engraving) by Buchoz, Pierre-Joseph (1731-1807); Private Collection; (add.info.: from Collection Precieuse et Enluminee, published 1776)

1 Alpine Beauty in Nature Beginning Bloom Botany
Cyclamen, Cyclamen coum, One small pink flower with inverted petals emerging out of soft focus feathery green foliage

Cyclamen, pub. 1776. Creator: Pierre Joseph Buchoz (1731-1807)
Cyclamen, from Collection Precieuse et Enluminee, pub. 1776 (hand coloured engraving). Pain de Porceau? fleurs panachees; commonly known as sow-bread or Cyclamen cilicm

Persian violets (Cyclamen persicum) in flower. Photographed in Israel, in February

Epiphytic plants. Ancient beech tree trunk (Fagus sylvatica) covered with epiphytic plants. The trunk is covered predominately with mosses and lichen

Cyclamen - Spring Sowbread - Tuscany - Italy
RD-152 Cyclamen - Spring Sowbread Tuscany - Italy Cyclamen repandum Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cyclamen - Spring Sowbread - in habitat - undergrowth - Italy
RD-153 Cyclamen - Spring Sowbread - in habitat - undergrowth Italy Cyclamen repandum Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Plants / Cyclamen Persicum
Persian Cyclamen, or Sowbread

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"Sowbread: A Delicate Autumn Beauty in Umbria, Italy" In the enchanting woodlands of Umbria, Italy, a stunning display of Ivy-leaved cyclamen (Cyclamen hederifolium) unfolds during the autumn months. The air is filled with a subtle fragrance as these delicate flowers grace the forest floor with their presence. With hints of pink and white petals peeking through heart-shaped leaves, they create a mesmerizing tapestry that captivates all who encounter them. Cyclamen, known by its scientific names Cyclamen serotinum foliis hederaceis and Cyclaminus longius radicatus, has been admired for centuries for its beauty and resilience. Artists have immortalized this flower in various forms - from hand-colored engravings to paintings showcasing roses alongside Roemer glasses adorned with Turban Buttercups and Sowbreads. Its allure extends beyond aesthetics; Cyclamen holds medicinal properties too and has been used in traditional herbal remedies due to its healing qualities. Persian cyclamens (Cyclamen persicum), also referred to as Persian violets, are particularly renowned for their therapeutic benefits. As an epiphytic plant, Cyclamen finds unique ways to thrive amidst diverse environments. Its ability to adapt and flourish even when conditions seem unfavorable is truly remarkable. This Alpine Beauty symbolizes nature's resilience and reminds us of our own strength during challenging times. Springtime brings forth another wave of charm as Tuscany welcomes the blooming season for Cyclamens once again. Known as Spring Sowbread here, these vibrant flowers paint the landscape with shades of pinks and purples against a backdrop of rolling hills. Whether it's admiring their elegance in Italian woodlands or appreciating their historical significance captured by artists like Pierre Joseph Buchoz, sowbreads continue to enchant us throughout time.