Terebinth Collection

Terebinth or turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London

Terebinth or turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration
FLO4986943 Terebinth or turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Terebinth or turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus, Terebinthe
5324439 Terebinth or turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus, Terebinthe by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Terebinth or turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus, Terebinthe)

Ms Lat 993 L. 9. 28 fol. 136r Collecting Turpentine, from Tractatus de Herbis by Pedanius Dioscorides (c)
ALG211990 Ms Lat 993 L.9.28 fol.136r Collecting Turpentine, from Tractatus de Herbis by Pedanius Dioscorides (c.40-90 AD) (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Estense, Modena

Ms Est 28 M. 5. 9 fol. 165r Collecting Turpentine, from Grand Herbier
ALG211989 Ms Est 28 M.5.9 fol.165r Collecting Turpentine, from Grand Herbier by Pedanius Dioscorides (c.40-90 AD) (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Biblioteca Estense, Modena

Cork oak tree and terebinth tree
Cork oak tree, Quercus suber 1, and terebinth or turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder

Terebinth tree, Holy Land
Terebinth tree (Pistacia palaestina), Holy Land. The tree is mentioned several times in the Old Testament. Date: 1920s

Terebinth plant, 16th century

Galls on Terebinth (Pistacia terebinthus) caused by an aphid (Baizongia pistaciae). Photographed in the Autumn in Provence, France

Galls on Terebinth (Pistacia terebinthus) caused by an aphid (Baizongia pistaciae), autumn. Provence
ROG-13086 Galls on Terebinth caused by an aphid (Baizongia pistaciae), autumn Provence, France Pistacia terebinthus Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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The Terebinth tree, also known as the turpentine tree or Pistacia terebinthus, holds a significant place in history and natural history. Found mainly in the Holy Land, this majestic tree has been documented since ancient times. In manuscripts like Ms Lat 993 L. 9. 28 fol. 136r and Ms Est 28 M. 5. 9 fol. 165r, we can see illustrations of people collecting turpentine from the Terebinth tree, as described by Pedanius Dioscorides in his Tractatus de Herbis during the first century AD. This vellum artwork showcases the importance of this plant throughout centuries - from its use in medicinal remedies to its role in various industries such as perfumes and varnishes. The Terebinth's significance is not limited to historical texts alone; it also plays a vital role in Biblical natural history. Mentioned numerous times within biblical scriptures, it symbolizes strength and resilience. Furthermore, galls caused by an aphid called Baizongia pistaciae can be found on these trees during autumn in Provence. These peculiar growths add another layer of intrigue to the already fascinating world of Terebinths. From its beautiful foliage to its versatile uses and cultural significance, there is no doubt that the Terebinth tree continues to captivate our attention even today - a testament to nature's enduring wonders.