Lamiaceae Collection

Scaredy cat plant -Coleus canina Hybr. -, drives away cats and dogs
Scaredy cat plant -Coleus canina Hybr.-, drives away cats and dogs

Garland flower or Rose Daphne -Daphne cneorum-, Styria, Austria, Europe

Lavender Field, Plateau de Sault, Provence, France

Ocimum sanctum, holy basil
An illustration of leaves and branches of holy basil (Ocimum sanctum), also known at Tulsi. By James Kerr (1738-1782). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Coleus plant

Lavender field at Snowshill Lavender, The Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Melissa officinalis, lemon balm
A painting from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Species rich alpine meadow with Orange lily (Lilium bulbiferum), Meadow clary (Salvia pratensis) and Yellow rattle (Rhinathus sp)

Cotswold Lavender field with Cotswold dry stone wall, Snowshill, Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bugleweed -Ajuga reptans Atropurpurea-

French lavender leaf surface, SEM
French lavender leaf surface. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section of French lavender (Lavandula dentata) leaf, showing the tooth-like structures (trichomes)

Chrysolina menthastri, mint leaf beetle eating a mint leaf
A bronze-green rounded leaf beetle feeding on a mint leaf. These beetles are common in the U.K and favour damp waterside habitats

French lavender leaf, SEM
French lavender (Lavandula dentata) leaf. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section of a French lavender leaf, showing the tooth-like structures (trichomes)

French lavender leaf pore, SEM
French lavender leaf pore. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an open stoma (centre, black). Stomata are pores that open and close in order to regulate gas exchange in a plant

Selection of wildflowers against white background, including Thistle (Cirsium), Common rockrose (Helianthemum chamaecistus)

Spanish lavender (Lavandula stoechas). Faia Brava Reserve, Archaeological Park of the Coa Valley, Western Iberia, Portugal. April

Brimstone butterfly (Goneopteryx rhamni) male on Wild basil flower (Clinopodium vulgare) Hertfordshire, England, UK, August

Honeybee (Apis melifera) visiting Lavender (Lavendula angustifolia) in lavender fields, Valensole Plateau, Alpes Haute Provence, France, July

Lavender (Lavandula) field at Somerset Lavender, near Frome, Somerset, UK. July 2014

Rosemary beetle (Chrysolina americana) feeding on Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) in garden Cheshire, UK, June

Alpine Wildflower meadow, a diversity of species including Meadow clary (Salvia pratensis), Sainfoin (Onobrychis sp) and Rattle (Rhinanthus sp). North Tyrol, Austria. June

Carpenter bee (Xylocopa sp) nectaring on Clary sage (Salvia sclarea). Pollen deposited on bees back by hanging anthers. Turkey. June

White dead nettle (Lamium album) with stamens protected from rain by overhanging upper lip. Pollinated by bumblebees. Naturalised in garden, Surrey, England, UK. May

Garden bumblebee (Bombus hortorum) flying to Hedge woundwort (Stachys sylvatica) Monmouthshire, Wales, UK, July

Lavender {Lavandula angustifolia} growing against a background of yellow, UK

Mint moth (Pyrausta aurata) feeding on Wild marjoram flower (Origanum vulgare), chalk grassland meadow, Wiltshire, UK, July

abbaye notre-dame de senanque, acreage, blossoming, building, common lavender, cultivate
The Romanesque Cistercian Abbey of Notre Dame of Senanque, 1148, set amongst flowering lavender fields, near Gordes, Provence-Alpes-Cote d Azur, France, Europe

Large white butterfly (Pieris brassicae) feeding on lavender flowers in garden, England, UK, August

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) fields, Valensole Plateau, Alpes Haute Provence, France, June

Wildflower meadow and lavender fields, Cotswolds, Worcestershire, UK

Common brimstone butterfly (Gonepteryx rhamni) flying towards Purple betony (Betonica officinalis) flowers, Upper Bavaria, Germany. July

Sage (Salvia pratensis) and Buttercup, (Ranunculus acris) in wildflower meadow, Mount Baldo, Italy, Europe. June

Page 100. Clerodendrum tomentosum, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670406 Page 100. Clerodendrum tomentosum, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Page 96. Plectranthus australis, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670402 Page 96. Plectranthus australis, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Blue Dragon (Dracocephalum Ruyschianum) (colour litho)
2639285 Blue Dragon (Dracocephalum Ruyschianum) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page 168. Eriostemon buxifolium, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670531 Page 168. Eriostemon buxifolium, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Page 162. Stachys arvensis, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670525 Page 162. Stachys arvensis, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Yellow Betony (Betonica Alopecurus, Stachys alopecuros) (colour litho)
2639287 Yellow Betony (Betonica Alopecurus, Stachys alopecuros) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Alpine Woundwort (Stachys alpina) (colour litho)
2639286 Alpine Woundwort (Stachys alpina) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dragonmouth (Horminum Pyrenaicum) (colour litho)
2639284 Dragonmouth (Horminum Pyrenaicum) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page 183. Westringia rosmarinifolia / Westringia fruiticosa; 184. Glossodia major, c
5670545 Page 183. Westringia rosmarinifolia/Westringia fruiticosa; 184. Glossodia major, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Page 98. Chloanthes stoechadis, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670404 Page 98. Chloanthes stoechadis, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

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Lamiaceae, also known as the mint family, is a diverse and fascinating group of plants that encompasses a wide range of species with unique characteristics. One such member is the Scaredy cat plant, scientifically known as Coleus canina Hybr. , which has gained popularity for its ability to drive away cats and dogs with its pungent odor. Another notable member is Ocimum sanctum, commonly referred to as holy basil, revered for its religious significance in various cultures. If you ever find yourself wandering through the picturesque Lavender Field in Plateau de Sault, Provence, France, you will be captivated by the enchanting beauty and soothing fragrance emitted by these Lamiaceae plants. The vibrant purple hues create an awe-inspiring sight that truly showcases nature's artistry. The Coleus plant within this family boasts an array of stunning foliage patterns and colors that add a touch of elegance to any garden or indoor space. Its intricate leaves are adorned with mesmerizing combinations of green, pink, yellow, and burgundy shades. Traveling further east to Styria in Austria's scenic region of Europe unveils another gem within Lamiaceae - Garland flower or Rose Daphne (Daphne cneorum). This delicate blossom enthralls onlookers with its soft petals and sweet fragrance. Melissa officinalis or lemon balm is yet another remarkable member that offers not only aromatic leaves but also medicinal properties widely used for relaxation purposes. Its refreshing scent uplifts spirits while promoting calmness and tranquility. Venturing into alpine meadows reveals a species-rich environment where Orange lilies (Lilium bulbiferum) thrive among other wildflowers. These majestic blooms paint the landscape with their fiery orange hues while attracting pollinators from afar. In Cotswold Lavender field located in Snowshill village within Gloucestershire's Cotswolds region in England, the Lamiaceae family takes center stage once again.