Citrus Medica Collection

Citron (Citrus medica); Seville orange (Citrus aurantium) and orange (citrus aurantium)
CITRON AND ORANGE, 1613. Citron (Citrus medica); Seville orange (Citrus aurantium) and orange (citrus aurantium): engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, printed in Nuremberg in 1613

Citrus fruits, fruits du genre citrus
5324585 Citrus fruits, fruits du genre citrus by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Citrus fruits, fruits du genre citrus)

Tilia alba
Illustration from Plantarum rariorum Horti Csarei Schoenbrunnensis descriptiones et icones, 1797/98, by Nikolaus Joseph Jacquin. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Citrus medica, lime
Illustrations of various lime varieties (Citrus medica), Pati Limoo; Hakagi Limoo; Gora Limoo; Chaen-gori Limoo; Kumural Limoo; Nature of Runjhore; Tablha Limoo

Lemon, Citrus medica. Handcoloured woodblock engravings from James Main's Popular Botany, Orr and Smith, London
FLO4671601 Lemon, Citrus medica. Handcoloured woodblock engravings from James Main's Popular Botany, Orr and Smith, London, 1835

Citron, Citrus medica
5855085 Citron, Citrus medica; (add.info.: Citron, Citrus medica. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by William Clark and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Lemon or cedrat, Citrus medica. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair
FLO4986879 Lemon or cedrat, Citrus medica. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's Medicinal Plants, London

Identified in book as: Top: Citron (Citrus medica), Bottom: European or common pear (Pyrus communis). After an illustration by Mirza Baqir in a 19th century Iranian book of Greek physician

Nyssa ogeche, ogeechee lime & Crataegus sp. hawthorn
Drawing 35 (Ewan 4) from the Botanical and zoological drawings (1756-1788) by William Bartram. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Acrocinus longimanus, harlequin beetle and Citrus medica, et

Whole Cedro citron with dried green leaf

Lemon (Citrus medica), decorative panel C016 / 5919
Lemon (Citrus medica). One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Insects of Surinam, 18th century C013 / 6581
Insects of Surinam. 18th-century artwork showing a harlequin beetle (Acrocinus longimanus) on the fruit and leaves of an ethrog citron (Citrus medica)

Citrus medica, citron
One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall of the Natural History Museum, London

Tilia sp. lime
The seed of a lime tree (Tilia sp.) in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, October 2003

Citrus medica, citron melon
Illustration from Botanical magazine, No.6745, by J.N. Fitch. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

All about Betel chewing
Watercolour by Olivia Fanny Tonge 1858-1949. 180 x 260mm. From one of sixteen sketchbooks presented to the Museum in 1952

Papilio demoleus, Lime butterfly
Papilio demoleus is also known as the swallowtail, common lime or lemon butterfly. It is found in Sri Lanka, India and Australia

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"Citrus Medica: A Journey Through the Citrus Family" Step into the enchanting world of citrus medica, a captivating fruit that has captured hearts and taste buds for centuries. From its vibrant yellow hue to its refreshing aroma, this citrus gem is truly a sight to behold. Intriguingly, citron (Citrus medica) shares its botanical family with other beloved fruits like Seville orange (Citrus aurantium) and orange (Citrus aurantium). These engravings from Basilius Beslers Florilegium in 1613 transport us back in time, showcasing the beauty of these citrus fruits. The book's pages unfold further to reveal an illustration by Mirza Baqir depicting top-notch specimens such as lime (Citrus medica) alongside Tilia alba. This Iranian book pays homage to Pedanius Dioscorides' De Materia Medica, a groundbreaking work from the 1st century AD. As we delve deeper into the world of citrus medica, we encounter fascinating companions like Nyssa ogeche and Crataegus sp. , also known as ogeechee lime and hawthorn respectively. The intricate details of Acrocinus longimanus, commonly known as harlequin beetle, intertwine with our star fruit - Citrus medica - creating an exquisite visual symphony. A whole Cedro citron steals our attention with its dried green leaf accentuating its allure. Its presence evokes feelings of freshness and vitality that only this unique fruit can offer. Lemon (Citrus medica), showcased in a decorative panel C016 / 5919, invites us on a sensory journey through zesty flavors and tangy delights. Meanwhile, insects native to Surinam make their appearance on page C013 / 6581 alongside none other than Citrus medica itself – reminding us of nature's interconnectedness.