Drupes Collection

Plants, Trees, Staghorn Sumac
Staghorn sumac, Rhus typhina, drupes of red fruit berries on braches of a tree in autumn against a blue sky

Page 200. Elaeocarpus reticulatus, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670557 Page 200. Elaeocarpus reticulatus, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Plants, Trees, Winged Sumac
Winged sumac, Rhus copallinum, drupes of red fruit berries on leafy braches of a tree in autumn against a blue sky

Moquilea grandiflora, plant with flower, leaves and drupes, illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Apricots (Prunus armeniaca) C014 / 1150
Apricots (Prunus armeniaca)

Nettle tree (Celtis australis), artwork C016 / 3409
Nettle tree (Celtis australis). Artwork of a European nettle tree, or Mediterranean hackberry, (Celtis australis, left), with a close-up showing berries on a branch (right)

Pistacia lentiscus fruiting, artwork C016 / 3308
Pistacia lentiscus fruiting, artwork

Dates in a box

Black walnuts. Fallen fruit of the eastern black walnut (Juglans nigra) tree. Photographed in a botanic garden in Lazio, Italy, in autumn

Frosted Viburnum fruit. The fruit of the Viburnum plant is a spherical drupe that can be a range of colours, but here is red

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Drupes, also known as stone fruits, are a diverse group of plants and trees that bear fruit with a hard pit or stone in the center. One example is the Black Mulberry, a deliciously sweet drupe that grows on mulberry trees. On page 200 of an old botanical book, there is an exquisite illustration of Elaeocarpus reticulatus, created using watercolor, pen, ink, and pencil. This artwork beautifully captures the intricate details of this drupe-bearing plant. Staghorn Sumac is another fascinating drupe-producing tree. Its vibrant red berries cluster together to form cone-shaped clusters at the end of its branches. These clusters add a pop of color to any landscape. Winged Sumac is yet another member of the drupe family that boasts unique wing-like structures attached to its seeds. The bright red fruits stand out against its green foliage and attract birds and other wildlife. Moquilea grandiflora showcases not only beautiful flowers but also leaves and drupes in an enchanting illustration. This plant's small purple-black drupes provide food for various animals while adding visual interest to gardens. Apricots are well-known members of the Prunus genus and produce delectable orange-yellow drupes with velvety skin. Their juicy flesh makes them perfect for snacking or incorporating into desserts. The Nettle tree (Celtis australis) features small roundish greenish-brown drupes that ripen in late summer or early autumn. Despite their name suggesting otherwise, these fruits do not cause irritation like stinging nettles but instead offer nourishment for birds. Pistacia lentiscus bears tiny reddish-brown fruits called mastic gum which have been used since ancient times for culinary purposes and medicinal benefits such as aiding digestion. Dates are one of nature's sweetest treats; they come from the date palm tree and are enjoyed worldwide.