Umbelliferae Collection (#2)

Two Italian stink bugs (Graphosoma italicum) on Mediterranean hartwort (Tordylium apulum) Falassarna, Crete, Greece, April 2009

Perfoliate alexanders (Smyrnium perfoliatum) flowers and Hairy vetch (Vicia villosa) Bastasi area, Northern Livanjsko Polje (karst plateau) Bosnia and Herzegovina, May 2009

Alpine lovage (Ligusticum mutellina) stem, Liechtenstein, June 2009

Alpine lovage (Ligusticum mutellina) flower head with one cluster in focus, Liechtenstein, June 2009

View towards The Rumps at sunset, with Umbellifers (Apiaceae) Pentire Head at sunset, Polzeath, Cornwall, UK. June 2015

Hogweed (Heracleum sphondylium) flower head against white background. Scotland, UK, August

Astrantia (Astrantia major), Nordtirol, Austrian Alps. June

Brown Argus (Aricia agestis) resting on Red Clover (Trifolium pratense), the Netherlands, Noord-Holland, Mariahoevepark

female Brown Argus (Aricia agestis) warming up on Cow Parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris), the Netherlands, Noord-Holland, Mariahoevepark

Hogweed -Heracleum-, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Yareta or Llareta cushion plant -Azorella compacta-, Putre, Arica and Parinacota Region, Chile

Flowering Ashweed or Ground Elder -Aegopodium podagraria-

Flowering Wild Carrot -Daucus carota ssp. carota-, umbel flower head, inflorescence

Daucus carota, carrot
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

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Illustration of Daucus carota (Wild carrot), wildflowers

Illustration of Levisticum officinale (Lovage), foliage and yellow flowers

Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa), flower with a wipe effect

Cushion bolax -Azorella trifurcata Nana-

French Cow Parsley -Orlaya grandiflora-, flowering, native to the Mediterranean, Thuringia, Germany

Alpine Sea Holly, Alpine Eryngo or Queen of the Alps -Eryngium alpinum-, inflorescence, Malbun, Liechtenstein Alps, Triesenberg, Liechtenstein

Wild carrot -Daucus carota-, umbelliferous blossom from below against a blue sky, Jena, Thuringia, Germany

Flannel Flower -Actinotus helianthi-, Botanical Garden, Canberra, Australia

Caraway or Persian Cumin -Carum carvi-, Switzerland, Europe

Mt Zugspitze with Hogweed -Heracleum sphondylium- at sunrise, Berwang, Lechtal Valley, Reutte District, Tyrol, Austria

Hogweed, Heracleum sphondylium, bold garden weed growing on waste ground

Wild carrot, Daucus carota, flowering in wild grassland in France

Young plant of fools parsley, Aethusa cynapium, an annual arable and garden weed

Rock Samphire (Crithmum maritimum) flowering, growing on limestone cliffs, Gower Peninsula, West Glamorgan, South Wales, August

Cow Parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris) flowering mass, growing on roadside verge, Powys, Wales, June

Umbelliferae, illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Alpine Sea Holly (Eryngium alpinum), Apiaceae or Umbelliferae, Herbaceous perennial plant for flower beds
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume XXXVII, Plate 106 by Angela Rossi Bottione, Apiaceae or Umbelliferae

Ferulago campestris in flower

Echinophora spinosa in flower

Viola suavis in flower

Yellow fennel flower (Nigella orientalis) C016 / 5574
Yellow fennel flower (Nigella orientalis). Drawing (Plate 062) by Arthur Harry Church, 1905. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Cow Parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris) C016 / 4361
Cow Parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris), also known as Queen Anns Lace. This robust short lived perennial is found on moist or shaded fertile soils

Cumin, SEM
Cumin. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a dried cumin (Cuminum cyminum) fruit pod. The fruit pods are sometimes referred to as seeds

Caraway fruit, SEM
Caraway fruit. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cross section through a dried caraway (Carum carvi) fruit

Coriander fruit, SEM
Coriander fruit. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a coriander (Coriandrum sativum) fruit pod cut in half. The whole coriander plant edible but the dried fruit is used as a culinary

Celery fruit, SEM
Celery fruit. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the dried fruit, often referred to as seeds, of the celery plant (Apium graveolens)

Ajowan fruits. Ajowan, also known as ajwain, is the dried seed-like fruit from the Trachyspermum copticum plant. It is used as a culinary spice in some Indian dishes

Anise, SEM
Anise, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Anise, also known as aniseed, is the fruit of Pimpinella anisum which contains an essential oil with a very strong liquorice-like aroma

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"Discover the Fascinating World of Umbelliferae: A Journey through Vegetable Roots and Exquisite Flora" Delve into the enchanting realm of Umbelliferae, a diverse family of plants that includes some well-known vegetables like Daucus carota, better known as carrots. These humble vegetable roots not only add flavor to our dishes but also provide essential nutrients for a healthy diet. As we explore further, we encounter the captivating Sea Holly (Eryngium sp. ), with its striking blue hues and intricate flower structures. This resilient plant thrives in coastal regions, adding a touch of elegance to sandy dunes or garden borders. Sweet Cicely (Myrrhis odorata), native to Europe, surprises us with its delicate foliage and aromatic qualities. Its presence brings an air of freshness and sweetness to any garden or culinary creation. In this vast botanical tapestry, even tiny creatures find their place. Witness the adorable Harvest Mouse (Micromys minutus) meticulously cleaning its nose on Common Hogweed (Heracleum sphondylium). Nature's intricacies never cease to amaze. Rock Samphire (Crithmum maritimum) emerges from rocky crevices along coastlines, defying harsh conditions with its resilience and unique taste. It adds zest to seafood dishes while reminding us of nature's ability to thrive in unexpected places. Venturing into alpine landscapes reveals Alpine Sea Holly (Eryngium alpinum), also known as Queen of the Alps. Its majestic inflorescence stands tall against breathtaking mountain vistas—a true testament to nature's grandeur. Silhouettes dance across fields adorned by Teasel (Dipsacus fullonum), Hedge Parsley (Torilis), and Allium seedheads—nature's artwork painted against austere backdrops. Their beauty lies not only in their form but also in their role as vital components of the ecosystem.