Tussilago Collection

Coltsfoot, Tussilago farfara
5855789 Coltsfoot, Tussilago farfara; (add.info.: Coltsfoot, Tussilago farfara. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora), Stockholm

Red Squirrel hangs down from a willow flower branch Date: 12-05-2021

Red Squirrel hanging up side down from willow branches Date: 12-05-2021

Red Squirrel smelling a coltsfoot flower Date: 12-05-2021

Coltsfoot, Tussilago farfara. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887

Curtis British Entomology Plate 604
Hymenoptera: Ammophila campestris Lat. = Ammophila pubescens Curtis [Plant: Petasites hybridus (Tussilago petasites, Common Butterbur)] Date: 1824-39

Curtis British Entomology Plate 367
Hymenoptera: Dasypoda swammerdamella = Dasypoda altercator (Swammerdam?s Bee) [Plant: Tussilago farfara (Colt?s-foot)] Date: 1824-39

withered Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara), The Netherlands, Noord-Holland

flowering Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara) in reflected sun, The Netherlands, Noord-Holland

Picture No. 10884418
Coltsfoot - flowers (Tussilago farfara) Date:

Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara)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: Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara)

Chaptalia nutans, silverpuff
Chaptalia nutans specimen in the Sloane Herbarium taken from Jamaica

Tussilago farfara, coltsfoot
Close-up of a coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara) growing in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, March 2003

Coltsfoot flower
Coltsfoot in flower in early spring. Dorset, UK March 2011

Plants / Tussilago Farfara
COLTSFOOT

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"Nature's Delight: A Red Squirrel's Fascination with Tussilago" In a picturesque meadow, a mischievous red squirrel hangs down from a willow flower branch, defying gravity. With its acrobatic skills on full display, it captivates all who witness this enchanting sight. Upside down and carefree, the nimble creature explores the willow branches that sway gently in the breeze. Its playful antics bring joy to even the most solemn of observers. Curiosity piqued, the red squirrel leans in close to inhale the delicate fragrance of a coltsfoot flower. The vibrant yellow petals stand out against its fiery fur as it revels in nature's scented offerings. Coltsfoot, scientifically known as Tussilago farfara, has long been admired for its beauty and healing properties. Curtis British Entomology Plate 604 showcases its intricate details while Curtis British Entomology Plate 367 captures another aspect of its allure. Leonhart Fuchs immortalized this remarkable plant in his work "De historia stirpium commentarii, " where he depicted Coltsfoot with meticulous precision. His colored engraving from 1542 stands as a testament to both artistry and botanical knowledge. From lush landscapes to barren terrains, Coltsfoot persists through seasons. In Noord-Holland's Netherlands, we find both withered specimens and flourishing flowers basking in reflected sunlight—a reminder of resilience and renewal. Picture No. 10884418 freezes an ephemeral moment—an encounter between our furry friend and Tussilago farfara—forever etched into memory by an observant lens. As we admire Leonhart Fuchs' masterpiece once more—a vivid portrayal of Coltsfoot—we marvel at how time cannot diminish nature's everlasting charm or our fascination with it.