Cornales Collection

Hydrangea hortensis, French hydrangea
Painting by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840), from his publication Choix des plus belles fleurs (The Most Beautiful Flowers), c. 1827-33

Lace cap Hydrangea Lilacina in woodland garden, England, UK, August

Handerkerchief tree (Davidia involucrata var. vilmoriniana) white flower bracts, Wiltshire, UK, May

Handkerchief / Dove tree (Davidia involucrata) inflorescence, stamens with green ovary and multi--rayed style beneath. Native to Sichuan, northwest Yunnan, Guizhou and Hubei, China

Great eggfly (Hypolimnas bolina) butterfly male nectaring on Rough-leaved hydrangea (Hydrangea aspera). Male is highly territorial chasing other insects away

Hydrangeas flowering in garden seen through window of shed, Norfolk, England, UK, July

Illustration, Aucuba japonica Variegata, Spotted Laurel or Japanese Laurel, green yellow-spotted leaves

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

Hydrangea sp. hydrangea
Illustration from Delineation of exotic plants cultivated in the Royal Garden at Kew (1796) by Franz Andreas Bauer (1758-1840). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Cornus capitata, dogwood
One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London

Hydrangea otaksa, French hydrangea
Hydrangea otaksa from Flora Japonica (1838) by Philipp Franz von Siebold. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Dendroica striata, blackpoll warbler
Plate 133 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Catharus fuscescens, veery
Plate 164 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Vireo flavifrons, yellow-throated vireo
Plate 119 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Hydrangea villosa hidcote. Dried specimen taken from the museums herbarium. Date 20.viii.1974. No 1081

Hydrangea preziosa. Dried specimen from the museum herbarium. Date 20.viii.1974, No 1047. Cultivated plants from Hilliers Arboretum, England

Hydrangea macrophylla Tricolor, bigleaf hydrangea. Cultivated plants from Hilliers Arboretum, Ampfield, Hampshire, England. Collected by (BM)NH staff. Date 20.viii.1974 No. 1048

Hylocichla mustelina, wood thrush
Plate 73 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Passerina caerulea, blue grosbeak
Plate 122 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Melospiza lincolnii, Lincolns sparrow
Plate 193 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Hydrangea quercifolia, oak-leaf hydrange
Unnumbered drawing (Tab III) from the Botanical and zoological drawings (1756-1788) by William Bartram. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Piscidia piscipula, Jamaican dogwood
Specimen from the Sir Hans Sloane Jamaican Botanical Collection, held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Zonotrichia albicollis, white-throated sparrow
Plate 8 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved by W.H. Lizars, Edinburgh, retouched by R. Havell & Son, London

Columba fasciata, band-tailed pigeon
Plate 367 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

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"Cornales: A Beautiful Tapestry of Nature's Delights" Step into the enchanting world of Cornales, where a diverse array of botanical wonders awaits. Among them, the Hydrangea hortensis, also known as French hydrangea, captivates with its vibrant blooms. In an English woodland garden in August, the Lace cap Hydrangea Lilacina adds a touch of elegance to its surroundings. But it is the Handkerchief tree that truly steals the show with its delicate white flower bracts. Whether it be Davidia involucrata var. Vilmoriniana or simply Davidia involucrata, these trees showcase their inflorescence adorned with stamens and green ovaries like ethereal handkerchiefs fluttering in the breeze. Nature's creatures find solace amidst this botanical paradise too. The Great eggfly butterfly gracefully nectars on Rough-leaved hydrangeas while adding splashes of color to their already breathtaking beauty. From Norfolk to England's gardens seen through shed windows in July, Hydrangeas bloom abundantly, casting a spellbinding spell on all who behold them. Let us not forget about other members of this remarkable family – Aucuba japonica Variegata stands out with its green yellow-spotted leaves resembling nature's own artwork. Meanwhile, Nyssa ogeche and Crataegus sp. , commonly known as ogeechee lime and hawthorn respectively, add diversity to this captivating tapestry. Cornus capitata or dogwood brings forth its unique charm alongside another variety - Hydrangea otaksa or French hydrangea - showcasing how each member within Cornales contributes to this magnificent display. In every corner lies a story waiting to be discovered; from delicate petals dancing in harmony to intricate foliage patterns that mesmerize our senses.