Weddell Collection (page 9)

Cape tulip, Moraea sisyrinchium (Tenores moraea, Moraea tenoreana). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Snakes head iris, Hermodactylus tuberosus subsp. longifolius Long-leaved flower de luce, Iris longifolia. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Caucasean iris or Caucasian flower de luce, Iris caucasica. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after W. Herbert from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery

Himalayan iris, Iris decora Nepaul flower de luce, Iris nepalensis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Savannah iris or Bay Blue-flag iris, Iris tridentata
Savannah iris or Bay Blue-flag iris (three-toothed flower de luce, Iris tridentata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Pygmy iris, Iris pumila (Two-flowered flower de luce, Iris biflora) Iris nudicaulis on plate. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Leafless iris, Iris aphylla (Hungarian iris, Iris hungarica). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden

Painted lady gladiolus, Gladiolus splendens (Splendid anisanthus, Anisanthus splendens). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Lapeirousia fabricii (Prickly stemmed ovieda, Ovieda aculeata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden

Lapeirousia anceps (Flat-stemmed ovieda, Ovieda anceps). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden

Wandflower or harlequin flower, Sparaxis tricolor (Various-coloured sparaxis, Sparaxis versicolor). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Blush-flowered cornflag hybrid, Gladiolus x pudibundus (Gladiolus cardinalus x Gladiolus blandus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after J

Rio Grande copperlily, Habranthus tubispathus (Andersons habranth, Habranthus andersonii). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Brazilian copperlily or robust habranth, Habranthus robustus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after W. Herbert from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden

Rhodophiala rosea (pink-coloured habranth, Habranthus roseus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden

Rosepink zephyr lily or pink rain lily, Zephyranthes carinata. (Keeled-leaved zephyr flower). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Rose-coloured acis, Acis rosea. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G

Little painted lady, Gladiolus debilis (spoon-lipped corn-flag, Gladiolus cochleatus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Gladiolus orchidiflorus (Perfumed corn-flag, Gladiolus viperatus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Winged-flowered cornflag, Gladiolus alatus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G

Glorious yucca, Yucca gloriosa (Tapering-flowered Adams needle, Yucca acuminata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Adams needle or needle palm, Yucca flaccida (Glaucescent Adams needle, Yucca glaucescens). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Cape tulip, Moraea miniata (Lined-leaved homeria, Homeria lineata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Dutch yellow crocus, Crocus flavus (Cream-coloured crocus, Crocus lagenaeflorus var. aureus lacteus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Fragrant crocus, Crocus suaveolens. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after J.T. Hart from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G. Willis, London, 1854

Taper-leaved bomarea or yatzi, Bomarea acutifolia. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery

Sims Peruvian lily, Alstroemeria ligtu subsp. simsii (Sims crimson alstroemeria, Alstroemeria haemantha var. simsiana). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith

Parrot lily or Peruvian lily, Alstroemeria pulchella (Parrot-like alstroemeria, Alstroemeria psittacina). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Hesperantha vaginata (Sheathed tile root, Geissorhiza vaginata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Romulea monadelpha (Beautiful ribbon flower, Spatalanthus speciosus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Dogtooth violet, Erythronium dens-canis
Dogtooth violet or Oval-leaved dog s-tooth violet, Erythronium dens-canis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Conanthera trimaculata (Three-spotted cummingia, Cummingia trimaculata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Dark-flowered bellflower, Campanula pulla. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G

Peruvian lily, Alstroemeria ligtu (crimson alstroemeria, Alstroemeria haemantha). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Poets daffodil, Narcissus poeticus subsp. radiiflorus (Starry poets narcissus, Narcissus stellaris). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Spike primrose, Boisduvalia subulata (Pencilled boisduvalia, Boisduvalia concinna). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after J

Adenophora stenanthina (Intermediate adenophora, Adenophora intermedia). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Sweet William, Dianthus barbatus (Crowded pink, Dianthus aggregatus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Japanese lady bell, Adenophora triphylla (Whorl-leaved adenophora, Adenophora verticillata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after J.T

Cobaea-flowered penstemon, Penstemon cobaea. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after J. McNab from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G

Cock s-comb or cockspur coral tree, Erythrina crista-galli. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a botanical illustration by Edward Dalton Smith from Robert Sweets The British Flower

Changeable-coloured lupine, Lupinus mutabilis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Bailey after a botanical illustration by Edward Dalton Smith from Robert Sweets The British Flower Garden

Weddell seal, Leptonychotes weddellii (Sea leopard, Phoca leopardina). South Seas. From a specimen in Edinburgh Royal Museum. Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Small-spined aloe, Aloe micracantha (Aloe microcantha). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after an illustration by John Curtis from Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1822

Scorzonera-leaved rampion, Phyteuma scorzonerifolium. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after an illustration by John Curtis from Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1822

Rue, Ruta linifolia
Rue species, Ruta linifolia var. vargrandiflora. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell from Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1822

Capeweed, Arctotheca calendula (Cryptostemma calendulaceum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after an illustration by John Curtis from Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1822

Giant cabuya, green-aloe or Mauritius-hemp, Furcraea foetida (Furcraea gigantea). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell from Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1822

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"Weddell: A Majestic Journey through the Antarctic Wilderness" Explore the enchanting world of Weddell, where nature's wonders unfold in breathtaking beauty. Nestled amidst the Oregon grape, Berberis aquifolium, this remote region is home to an array of captivating sights. Witness the heartwarming bond between Emperor penguin chicks (Aptenodytes forsteri) as they frolic on Snow Hill Island in the mesmerizing Weddell Sea. The fluffy youngsters find solace and protection under the watchful eyes of their adult counterparts. Marvel at the regal presence of Emperor penguins (Aptenodytes forsteri), both chick and adult alike, as they navigate their icy habitat on Snow Hill Island. These magnificent creatures exude grace and resilience against all odds. In this frozen wonderland, a sea of Emperor penguin chicks (Aptenodytes forsteri) gathers in a bustling colony on Snow Hill Island. Their playful antics create a symphony of joy that echoes across these vast white plains. Amidst this icy paradise blooms the vibrant Crimson Jacobean lily, Sprekelia formosissima, adding splashes of red to an otherwise monochromatic landscape. Its delicate petals stand tall against harsh winds—a symbol of resilience and beauty. As winter slowly gives way to spring, witness nature's awakening with bursts of color from the largest purple spring crocus, Crocus vernus. These resilient flowers emerge from beneath snow-covered ground—nature's promise that life will always prevail. Delicate yet determined, Fine-leaved vetch, Vicia tenuifolia graces Weddell with its slender tendrils and dainty blossoms. This hardy plant thrives amidst adversity—a testament to nature's ability to adapt and flourish even in extreme conditions.