Fimbriata Collection

Lichens: coral lichen, Cladia retipora 1, cup lichen, Cladonia perfoliata 2, Cladonia cervicornis ssp. verticillata 3, Cladonia squamosa 4, Cladonia fimbriata 5, Cladoniaceae species 6

Compact-flowered catchfly, Silene compacta, American wild pink, S. pennsylvanica, ornatental catchfly, S
FLO4670289 Compact-flowered catchfly, Silene compacta, American wild pink, S. pennsylvanica, ornatental catchfly, S. ornata, Virginian catchfly, S. virginica, cut-flowered catchfly, S

Tortoise and turtle species
Greek tortoise, Testudo graeca, land tortoise, Cinyxis, European pond turtle, Emys orbicularis, matamata, Chelus fimbriata, Florida softshell turtle, Apalone ferox, Nile softshell turtle

Mata mata turtle reflected on reflective surface, native to South America Date: 31-12-1999

Fringed Iris, 1836 (hand-coloured engraving)
618059 Fringed Iris, 1836 (hand-coloured engraving) by Bessa, Pancrace (1772-1835); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Flore des jardiniers)

Peacocks tail, Padina pavonica 1, and Dictyota dichotoma 2. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy

Broad-bordered yellow underwing, Noctua fimbriata. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur

Large yellow underwing, Noctua pronuba, and varieties. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur

Mata mata or matamata turtle, Chelus fimbriata (fimbriated tortoise, Testudo fimbriata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Heath after an illustration by George Shaw from his General Zoology

Greater purple fringed orchid, Platanthera grandiflora (Habenaria fimbriata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, London, 1821

Fossil bones of an American mastodon and mata mata
Fossil bones of an extinct American mastodon, Mammut americanum 1, and mata mata, Chelus fimbriata 2. Mastodonte (ossemens fossiles), matamata

Chinese primrose cultivar, Primula sinensis fimbriata flore-pleno. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Jarrinha, Aristolochia fimbriata (Fringed aristolochia, Aristolochia ciliosa). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Miss Sara Maund from Benjamin Maund and the Rev

Species of tortoises (litho)
6013430 Species of tortoises (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Species of tortoises)

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"Fimbriata: A Tapestry of Nature's Beauty" Step into the enchanting world of fimbriata, where lichens and tortoise species coexist in harmony. Among them, the elusive mata mata turtle captures our attention as it gazes at its own reflection on a reflective surface, reminding us of its native South American origins. Intricate details unfold as we explore further. The fringed iris, depicted in a hand-coloured engraving from 1836, showcases nature's artistry at its finest. Meanwhile, the peacock's tail takes center stage with Padina pavonica and Dictyota dichotoma - two marine wonders that mimic this majestic bird's vibrant plumage. As day turns to night, nocturnal creatures emerge. The broad-bordered yellow underwing (Noctua fimbriata) flutters gracefully alongside its larger counterpart, the aptly named large yellow underwing (Noctua pronuba). Their delicate wings carry them through moonlit landscapes adorned with the mesmerizing greater purple fringed orchid (Platanthera grandiflora). History intertwines with nature as we stumble upon fossil bones belonging to an American mastodon alongside those of the ancient mata mata turtle. These remnants serve as reminders of Earth's rich past and the resilience of these remarkable creatures. Delicate blooms grace our path along this journey; a Chinese primrose cultivar known as Primula sinensis captivates with its vibrant hues while Jarrinha Aristolochia fimbriata adds a touch of elegance to any garden or landscape. Fimbriata is not just a word but an invitation to immerse oneself in nature's tapestry – where lichens thrive amidst tortoises' slow-paced existence and turtles reflect their surroundings like mirrors, and is here that beauty unfolds in every petal and feathered display – reminding us to cherish and protect these wonders that grace our world.