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Arbutus Collection

Trailing arbutus, also known as mayflower, is a delicate wildflower with beautiful pink flowers that can be found in Canada, specifically in British Columbia

Background imageArbutus Collection: Red bearberry, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi

Red bearberry, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
5855084 Red bearberry, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi; (add.info.: Red bearberry, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Background imageArbutus Collection: Strawberry tree or cane apple, Arbutus unedo. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from ' The

Strawberry tree or cane apple, Arbutus unedo. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's
FLO4640862 Strawberry tree or cane apple, Arbutus unedo. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine," Harrison, London

Background imageArbutus Collection: Arbutus (Pacific Madrone) (Arbutus menzeisii) tree. Canada's only native broad-leafed evergreen tree

Arbutus (Pacific Madrone) (Arbutus menzeisii) tree. Canada's only native broad-leafed evergreen tree, Saltspring Island (Gulf Islands), British Columbia, Canada

Background imageArbutus Collection: Bark of Arbutus (Pacific Madrone) (Arbutus menzeisii) tree. Canada's only native broad-leafed

Bark of Arbutus (Pacific Madrone) (Arbutus menzeisii) tree. Canada's only native broad-leafed evergreen tree, Saltspring Island (Gulf Islands), British Columbia, Canada

Background imageArbutus Collection: Canada, British Columbia. Bark detail of madrone tree bark peels. Date: 31-07-2016

Canada, British Columbia. Bark detail of madrone tree bark peels. Date: 31-07-2016

Background imageArbutus Collection: Canada, British Columbia. Bark detail of madrone tree smooth bark. Date: 31-07-2016

Canada, British Columbia. Bark detail of madrone tree smooth bark. Date: 31-07-2016

Background imageArbutus Collection: Autumn leaves including Sweet gum (Liquidambar styraciflua)

Autumn leaves including Sweet gum (Liquidambar styraciflua); Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna); Tutsan (Hypericum androsaemum); Norway maple (Acer platanoides)

Background imageArbutus Collection: Mayflower or trailing arbutus, Epigaea repens

Mayflower or trailing arbutus, Epigaea repens (red-flowered epigaea, Epigaea repens var. rubicunda). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after J. T

Background imageArbutus Collection: Jujube, Ziziphus zizyphus, and strawberry

Jujube, Ziziphus zizyphus, and strawberry tree, Arbutus unedo. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageArbutus Collection: Greek strawberry tree, Arbutus andrachne

Greek strawberry tree, Arbutus andrachne. Handcoloured stipple engraving by Moret after an illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redoute from Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceaus Traite des Arbres et Arbustes

Background imageArbutus Collection: Strawberry tree, Arbutus unedo

Strawberry tree, Arbutus unedo. Handcoloured stipple engraving by after an illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redoute from Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceaus Traite des Arbres et Arbustes, Paris, 1804-1819

Background imageArbutus Collection: Arbutus unedo, strawberry tree

Arbutus unedo, strawberry tree
Le petit Arbousier des Alpes, Arbutus unedo, strawberry tree. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Collection precieuse et enluminee des fleurs les plus belles et les plus curieuses

Background imageArbutus Collection: Curtis British Entomology Plate 597

Curtis British Entomology Plate 597
Hemiptera: Heterogaster laticeps Curtis = Henestaris laticeps (Curtis) [Plant: Arbutus unedo (Strawberry-tree)] Date: 1824-39

Background imageArbutus Collection: Arbutus Trees Curme Islands, Desolation Sound British Columbia, Canada

Arbutus Trees Curme Islands, Desolation Sound British Columbia, Canada

Background imageArbutus Collection: Trailing arbutus or mayflower with pink flowers

Trailing arbutus or mayflower with pink flowers, Epigaea repens.. Illustration by Clarissa Badger, nee Munger, from Wild Flowers, Drawn and Colored from Nature, New York, 1859

Background imageArbutus Collection: Among the Arbutus Islands, Upper Lake, Killarney

Among the Arbutus Islands, Upper Lake, Killarney - a scenic view of a lake and islands. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Kerry: Killarney). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageArbutus Collection: Canada, British Columbia, Russell Island. Arbutus tree (Arbutus menziesii)

Canada, British Columbia, Russell Island. Arbutus tree (Arbutus menziesii)

Background imageArbutus Collection: USA, Washington, Port Townsend. Madrone tree bark detail. Credit as

USA, Washington, Port Townsend. Madrone tree bark detail. Credit as: Gilles Delisle / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Background imageArbutus Collection: USA, Chuckanut Bay, Chuckanut Island, Puget Sound, Washington. Sea kayaker through

USA, Chuckanut Bay, Chuckanut Island, Puget Sound, Washington. Sea kayaker through Madrona tree at Chuckanut Island, Puget Sound, Washington. (MR)

Background imageArbutus Collection: Picture No. 10899526

Picture No. 10899526
Eastern Strawberry Tree (Arbutus andrachne) Date:

Background imageArbutus Collection: Picture No. 10899286

Picture No. 10899286
Strawberry Tree / Apple of Cain / Cane Apple (Arbutus unedo) Date:

Background imageArbutus Collection: Picture No. 10899285

Picture No. 10899285
Strawberry Tree / Apple of Cain / Cane Apple (Arbutus unedo) Date:

Background imageArbutus Collection: Picture No. 10896439

Picture No. 10896439
Arbute-berry Tree / Strawberry Tree - Fruits flowers and foliage (Arbutus unedo) Date:

Background imageArbutus Collection: Arbutus tree

Arbutus tree. These trees have red flaking bark and edible red berries. Photographed in March in Parksville, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageArbutus Collection: Arbutus unedo rubra 123, strawberry tree

Arbutus unedo rubra 123, strawberry tree
An illustrative plate depicting strawberry tree foliage from the Natural History Museum Botany Library Plate Collection


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Trailing arbutus, also known as mayflower, is a delicate wildflower with beautiful pink flowers that can be found in Canada, specifically in British Columbia. The bark of the madrone tree in this region peels off to reveal intricate details, creating a stunning visual display. On July 31st, 2016, nature enthusiasts were treated to the sight of these unique barks - one with peeling detail and another with smooth texture. As autumn arrives, the landscape transforms into a vibrant tapestry adorned with various leaves including Sweet gum or Liquidambar styraciflua. Amidst this colorful scenery emerges the Mayflower or trailing arbutus (Epigaea repens), adding its own touch of elegance to the surroundings. Intriguingly named Jujube (Ziziphus zizyphus) and strawberry plants intertwine their branches as if sharing secrets about their sweet fruits. Among them stands the Greek strawberry tree (Arbutus andrachne), showcasing its small but luscious berries. Another variety called Arbutus unedo or simply Strawberry tree graces our presence too; it's hard not to be captivated by its beauty. The Curtis British Entomology Plate 597 showcases an enchanting illustration featuring arbutus trees alongside various insects - a testament to nature's interconnectedness and diversity. Amongst the breathtaking Arbutus Islands on Upper Lake in Killarney lies an idyllic scene that takes your breath away. And finally, on Russell Island in British Columbia resides an impressive Arbutus tree (Arbutus menziesii), standing tall and proud amidst its natural habitat. These glimpses into the world remind us of nature's wonders and how they enrich our lives through their sheer beauty and resilience.