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Herbarium Collection

Step into the world of botanical wonders with a glimpse into the captivating realm of herbariums

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Lily of the valley 19 century illustration

Lily of the valley 19 century illustration
A digitally restored image of an original antique litho by Julius Hoeppner (1839-1893) from Schule der Blumenmalerei published in 1890

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Sir Joseph Banks herbarium and library at Soho Square

Sir Joseph Banks herbarium and library at Soho Square
Sir Joseph Banks herbarium and part library in his house at 32 Soho Square, London. It remained there until 1827 when it was moved to the British Museum at Montagu House

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Phragmites australis (Cav. ), common reed

Phragmites australis (Cav. ), common reed
A herbarium sheet containing Phragmites australis (Cav.), a common reed which grows in wetlands throughout the America, Europe and parts of Asia. This specimen is from Panama

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter, c. 1150 (vellum)

Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter, c. 1150 (vellum)
3086776 Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter, c.1150 (vellum) by English School, (12th century); Trinity College, Cambridge

Background imageHerbarium Collection: A Selection of Museum Specimens

A Selection of Museum Specimens
Specimens here include an Entomological tray of insect from the order Orthoptera, a herbarium sheet from Cooks first voyage collected in New South Wales, Australia in 1770 and fish specimens

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Syringa tomentella

Syringa tomentella. Dried specimen taken from the museum herbarium. Collected near Newbury, Berks 1952

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Everlasting pea, Lathyrus latifolius, and broad bean. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a

Everlasting pea, Lathyrus latifolius, and broad bean. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration
FLO4668795 Everlasting pea, Lathyrus latifolius, and broad bean. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Common bean, Phaseolus vulgaris, and small bean variety. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a

Common bean, Phaseolus vulgaris, and small bean variety. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration
FLO4668780 Common bean, Phaseolus vulgaris, and small bean variety. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Hypecoum procumbens and swineweed, Coronopus squamatus. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a

Hypecoum procumbens and swineweed, Coronopus squamatus. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration
FLO4668751 Hypecoum procumbens and swineweed, Coronopus squamatus. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Wood ragwort, Senecio ovatus. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration

Wood ragwort, Senecio ovatus. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's
FLO4668614 Wood ragwort, Senecio ovatus. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Common twayblade orchid, Neottia ovata. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical

Common twayblade orchid, Neottia ovata. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam
FLO4668588 Common twayblade orchid, Neottia ovata. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Spanish broom, Spartium junceum, and broom, Genista tridentata (Chamaespartium)

Spanish broom, Spartium junceum, and broom, Genista tridentata (Chamaespartium)
FLO4668550 Spanish broom, Spartium junceum, and broom, Genista tridentata (Chamaespartium). Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Wild rue, Ruta sylvestris, and St. John's wort, Hypericum perforatum

Wild rue, Ruta sylvestris, and St. John's wort, Hypericum perforatum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a
FLO4667633 Wild rue, Ruta sylvestris, and St. John's wort, Hypericum perforatum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Chard, Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration

Chard, Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam
FLO4668310 Chard, Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Dame's violet varieties, Hesperis matronalis. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical

Dame's violet varieties, Hesperis matronalis. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration
FLO4668240 Dame's violet varieties, Hesperis matronalis. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Watercress, Nasturtium officinale, and pennyroyal, Mentha pulegium

Watercress, Nasturtium officinale, and pennyroyal, Mentha pulegium. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4667517 Watercress, Nasturtium officinale, and pennyroyal, Mentha pulegium. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Common cudweed, Filago vulgaris, and rush, Juncus conglomeratus

Common cudweed, Filago vulgaris, and rush, Juncus conglomeratus. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4668174 Common cudweed, Filago vulgaris, and rush, Juncus conglomeratus. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Lesser calamint, Calamintha nepeta, and yellow calamint, Calamintha lutea

Lesser calamint, Calamintha nepeta, and yellow calamint, Calamintha lutea
FLO4667468 Lesser calamint, Calamintha nepeta, and yellow calamint, Calamintha lutea. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Ragged Robin, Lychnis flos-cuculi, and black false hellebore, Veratrum nigrum

Ragged Robin, Lychnis flos-cuculi, and black false hellebore, Veratrum nigrum
FLO4668137 Ragged Robin, Lychnis flos-cuculi, and black false hellebore, Veratrum nigrum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Common knotgrass, Polygonum aviculare. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical

Common knotgrass, Polygonum aviculare. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam
FLO4668097 Common knotgrass, Polygonum aviculare. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Sweet clover species, Melilotus officinalis, and tuberous hawkbit

Sweet clover species, Melilotus officinalis, and tuberous hawkbit. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4667398 Sweet clover species, Melilotus officinalis, and tuberous hawkbit. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Pepperwort, Lepidium latifolium, and waterpepper, Persicaria hydropiper

Pepperwort, Lepidium latifolium, and waterpepper, Persicaria hydropiper. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a
FLO4668011 Pepperwort, Lepidium latifolium, and waterpepper, Persicaria hydropiper. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Gum succory species, Chondrilla juncea. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical

Gum succory species, Chondrilla juncea. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam
FLO4667239 Gum succory species, Chondrilla juncea. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Yellow bugle or ground-pine species. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration

Yellow bugle or ground-pine species. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam
FLO4667985 Yellow bugle or ground-pine species. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Chamomile, Matricaria chamomilla, and stinking chamomile, Anthemis cotula

Chamomile, Matricaria chamomilla, and stinking chamomile, Anthemis cotula
FLO4667179 Chamomile, Matricaria chamomilla, and stinking chamomile, Anthemis cotula. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Western dock, Rumex aquaticus, and ox-eye daisy. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical

Western dock, Rumex aquaticus, and ox-eye daisy. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam
FLO4667162 Western dock, Rumex aquaticus, and ox-eye daisy. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Red campion, Silene dioica, and white behmen, Centaurea behen

Red campion, Silene dioica, and white behmen, Centaurea behen. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4667830 Red campion, Silene dioica, and white behmen, Centaurea behen. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: White henbane, Hyoscyamus albus, and columbine. Aquilegia vulgaris

White henbane, Hyoscyamus albus, and columbine. Aquilegia vulgaris. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4667142 White henbane, Hyoscyamus albus, and columbine. Aquilegia vulgaris. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Italian bugloss species, Anchusa azurea. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical

Italian bugloss species, Anchusa azurea. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam
FLO4667804 Italian bugloss species, Anchusa azurea. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Corncockle, Agrostemma githago, and woundwort, Stachys heraclea

Corncockle, Agrostemma githago, and woundwort, Stachys heraclea. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4667118 Corncockle, Agrostemma githago, and woundwort, Stachys heraclea. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Asparagus, Asparagus officinalis, and red plantain, Plantago major rubrifolia

Asparagus, Asparagus officinalis, and red plantain, Plantago major rubrifolia
FLO4667768 Asparagus, Asparagus officinalis, and red plantain, Plantago major rubrifolia. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Wild fuller's herb, Saponaria officinalis and oleander, Nerium oleander

Wild fuller's herb, Saponaria officinalis and oleander, Nerium oleander
FLO4667056 Wild fuller's herb, Saponaria officinalis and oleander, Nerium oleander. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Annual mercury, Mercurialis annua, and dog mercury. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a

Annual mercury, Mercurialis annua, and dog mercury. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration
FLO4667713 Annual mercury, Mercurialis annua, and dog mercury. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Mistletoe, Visum album. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam

Mistletoe, Visum album. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's
FLO4668945 Mistletoe, Visum album. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Jujube, Ziziphus zizyphus, and strawberry tree, Arbutus unedo

Jujube, Ziziphus zizyphus, and strawberry tree, Arbutus unedo. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4668938 Jujube, Ziziphus zizyphus, and strawberry tree, Arbutus unedo. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Wild service tree, Sorbus torminalis, and wild plum, Prunus sylvestris

Wild service tree, Sorbus torminalis, and wild plum, Prunus sylvestris. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4668920 Wild service tree, Sorbus torminalis, and wild plum, Prunus sylvestris. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Elder tree, Sambucus palustris, and dogwood, Cornus species? Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a

Elder tree, Sambucus palustris, and dogwood, Cornus species? Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4668890 Elder tree, Sambucus palustris, and dogwood, Cornus species? Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Wheat, TritiCum aestivum, and barley, Hordeum vulgare. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a

Wheat, TritiCum aestivum, and barley, Hordeum vulgare. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration
FLO4668816 Wheat, TritiCum aestivum, and barley, Hordeum vulgare. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Star of Bethlehem, Ornithogalum umbellatum, and edelweiss, Leontopodium alpinum

Star of Bethlehem, Ornithogalum umbellatum, and edelweiss, Leontopodium alpinum
FLO4668660 Star of Bethlehem, Ornithogalum umbellatum, and edelweiss, Leontopodium alpinum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Hedge bedstraw, Galium mollugo, and rock samphire, Crithmum maritimum

Hedge bedstraw, Galium mollugo, and rock samphire, Crithmum maritimum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4668639 Hedge bedstraw, Galium mollugo, and rock samphire, Crithmum maritimum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Lady's bedstraw, Galium verum, and cleavers, Galium aparine. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a

Lady's bedstraw, Galium verum, and cleavers, Galium aparine. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4668631 Lady's bedstraw, Galium verum, and cleavers, Galium aparine. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Hedge bindweed, Calystegia sepium. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration

Hedge bindweed, Calystegia sepium. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's
FLO4668553 Hedge bindweed, Calystegia sepium. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Balloon plant, Cardiospermum halicacabum, and goosefoot. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a

Balloon plant, Cardiospermum halicacabum, and goosefoot. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration
FLO4669180 Balloon plant, Cardiospermum halicacabum, and goosefoot. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Spiked rampion, Phyteuma spicatum, skirret, Sium sisarum, and turnip, Brassica rapa

Spiked rampion, Phyteuma spicatum, skirret, Sium sisarum, and turnip, Brassica rapa
FLO4668342 Spiked rampion, Phyteuma spicatum, skirret, Sium sisarum, and turnip, Brassica rapa. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch

Background imageHerbarium Collection: St. Benedict's Herb, Geum urbanum, and common rue, Ruta graveolens

St. Benedict's Herb, Geum urbanum, and common rue, Ruta graveolens. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4667624 St. Benedict's Herb, Geum urbanum, and common rue, Ruta graveolens. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Dwarf pink carnations, Dianthus caryophyllus. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical

Dwarf pink carnations, Dianthus caryophyllus. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam
FLO4668305 Dwarf pink carnations, Dianthus caryophyllus. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Common dittany, Cunila mariana, and sweet basil, Ocimum basilicum

Common dittany, Cunila mariana, and sweet basil, Ocimum basilicum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4667533 Common dittany, Cunila mariana, and sweet basil, Ocimum basilicum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt

Background imageHerbarium Collection: Larch tree, Larix decidua, and maple tree, Acer species. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a

Larch tree, Larix decidua, and maple tree, Acer species. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration
FLO4668184 Larch tree, Larix decidua, and maple tree, Acer species. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557



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Step into the world of botanical wonders with a glimpse into the captivating realm of herbariums. Delve into the past as you explore a 19th-century illustration showcasing the delicate beauty of Lily of the Valley, its intricate petals frozen in time. Journey further back in history with a vellum plan from the Eadwine Psalter, revealing an awe-inspiring blueprint of Canterbury Cathedral. Immerse yourself in nature's diversity through a curated selection of museum specimens, each one meticulously preserved and labeled for future generations to admire. Marvel at Phragmites australis, commonly known as common reed, standing tall and proud amidst its surroundings. Allow your senses to be enchanted by Syringa tomentella's sweet fragrance that fills the air. Indulge in Papaver party as vibrant poppies dance across an exquisite display within this botanical treasure trove. Lose yourself among neatly arranged shelves adorned with numbered jars - Herbarium 02, Herbarium 01, Herbarium 03 - each containing secrets waiting to be discovered. Witness artistry come alive once more with Cornflower and Wheat Composition; an enchanting fusion captured on paper during another era. As you immerse yourself in these illustrations, let your imagination transport you back to simpler times when life revolved around nature's bountiful offerings. In this sanctuary dedicated to preserving Earth's floral marvels, every specimen tells a story – tales woven together like threads connecting us through time and space. The herbarium is not merely a collection but rather an ode to our shared heritage and fascination for all things green. So step inside this haven where science meets artistry; where centuries-old wisdom intertwines with modern curiosity; where plants become immortalized on paper for eternity – welcome to the mesmerizing world of herbaria.