Indica Collection

Crape myrtle, Lagerstromia indica. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L. Reeve, London, 1878

Indian grey mongoose and mango fruit
Indian grey mongoose, Herpestes edwardsi 1 and mango, Mangifera indica 2. Mangouste nems, mangier. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pfitzer after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard

Indian shot, achira or meeru, Canna indica (Canna edulis). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants

Yellow hybrid rose, Princesse Julie d Arenberg, Rosa indica odoratissima.. Illustration and lithograph by P. de Pannemaeker of Ghent, from Jean Lindens L Illustration Horticole, 1880s

Prickly pear or Indian fig opuntia, Opuntia ficus-indica (Opuntia vulgaris). Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse

Yellow flowered tamarind tree, Tamarindus indica
5856705 Yellow flowered tamarind tree, Tamarindus indica by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Yellow flowered tamarind tree with outline of large seedpod, Tamarindus indica. Laxative remedy)

False Christmas cactus, Schlumbergera truncata (Epiphyllum truncatum). Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse

Many-flowered rose, Rosa multiflora. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896

Indian shot, Canna indica hybrids. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896

Prayer plant, Maranta leuconeura (Maranta bicolor var. Kerchoviana). Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse

Witch elder, Fothergilla gardenii. Fothergilla alnifolia, Fotergilla a foglie d ontano. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Indian plum, Flacourtia indica, Flacourtia sepiaria, Flacurzia delle siepi. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Redoul tree, Coriaria myrtifolia
Redoul or roudou tree, Coriaria myrtifolia, Coriaria a foglie di mortella. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Mango fruit and section, Mangifera indica. Manguier commun. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy

Javillo or antidote caccoon, Fevillea cordifolia. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science

Red algae, Claudea elegans. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837

Mock strawberry, Potentilla indica. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837

Cornucopian shrub, Copianthus indica, Hil. Dec. Tom. 1, Copianthe des Indes. Amaranthus species. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Jean Victor Dupin junior from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Herbier

Gooseberry, Ribes grossularia. Linn. Grosselier epineux. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Jean Victor Dupin junior from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Herbier Artificial

Phalangipus indicus crab (Indian egeria, Egeria indica, Egeria indicus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological

Smiths yellow noisette rose, Rosa indica var. Smithii. Hybrid of noisette rose and yellow China rose. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after J.T

Extinct Reunion giant tortoise and saddle-backed
Extinct Reunion giant tortoise, Cylindraspis indica (Indian tortoise, Testudo indica) and shells of the extinct saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise, Cylindraspis vosmaeri

Malabar giant squirrel, Ratufa indica
Indian or Malabar giant squirrel, Ratufa indica, and European hamster, Cricetus cricetus. Handcolored engraving by Manceau after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys

Indian volute or bailer shell, Melo melo (Voluta indica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Cuphea and Lagerstroemia species
Heart-shaped cuphea, Cuphea cordata, broad-centred cuphea, Cuphea platycentra, General Melvilles cuphea, Cuphea melvilla, and Indian lagerstroemia, Lagerstroemia indica

Feverfew, Tanacetum parthenium, and Mexican marigold, Tagetes erecta. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Spikenard, Nardostachys jatamansi, and lavender, Lavandula angustifolia. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Harlequin azalea hybrid, Rhododendron indica. Chromolithograph by Pieter de Pannemaeker from Jean Lindens l Illustration Horticole, Brussels, 1885

Joseph Vervaenes azalea, Rhododendron indicum (Azalea indica var. vervaeneana). Chromolithograph by P. de Pannemaeker from Jean Lindens l Illustration Horticole, Brussels, 1884

Gardeniaeflora azalea, Rhododendron indicum (Azalea indica var. Gardeniaeflora). Chromolithograph by P. de Pannemaeker from Jean Lindens l Illustration Horticole, Brussels, 1882

Indian cliff swallow, Petrochelidon fluvicola. (Rufous-headed swallow, Hirundo indica.) Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester

Tamarind tree, Tamarindus indica, Tamarinier. Handcoloured steel engraving by Debray after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Elephant apple or chulta, Dillenia indica, Dillenia speciosa, Dillenie elegante. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar

Chaetopoda or annelid ringed worms
Chaetopoda annelids or ringed worms: Sabellastarte indica, Hydroides norvegicus, Sabella spallanzanii, Pista cretacea, Eunice magnifica, Hermione hystricella, and Chloeia viridis

Satsuki azalea, Rhododendron indicum (Azalea indica). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Azalea hybrid, Charles Leirens, Rhododendron indicum
Azalea indica hybrid, Charles Leirens, Satsuki azalea, Rhododendron indicum. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Azalea hybrid, Comtesse Eugenie de Kerchove
Azalea indica hybrid, Comtesse Eugenie de Kerchove, Satsuki azalea, Rhododendron indicum. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens

Azalea indica, Louise von Baden variety, Rhodonendron indicum. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Azalea hybrid, Marie Van Houtte, Rhododendron indicum
Azalea indica hybrid, Marie Van Houtte, Satsuki azalea, Rhododendron indicum. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Azalea hybrid, Madame Iris le Febvre, Rhododendron indicum
Azalea indica hybrid, Madame Iris le Febvre, Satsuki azalea, Rhododendron indicum. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Azalea hybrid, Rhododendron indicum
Azalea indica hybrid, Leonie van Houtte, Satsuki azalea, Rhododendron indicum. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Azalea cultivar, Charles van Eeckhaute, Rhododendron indicum. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Azalea cultivar, President van den Hecke, Rhododendron indicum. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Azalea hybrid, Alexandre II, Rhododendron indicum. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Azalea hybrid, Albo-Cincta, Rhododendron indicum (Azalea indica albo-cincta). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Water snowflake, Nymphoides indica (Limnanthemum humboltianum). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Plants of Sri Lanka: tamarind 1, sago palm 2, cassia 3 and teak 4. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient

Indian men and women under an Indian banyan tree, Ficus benghalensis, with temple in the background, 1800s. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes

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"Exploring the Richness of Indica: From Grande Indienne to Yellow Roses" Indica, also known as Rosa Indica or Rosier des Indes jaune, is a captivating flower that holds cultural significance. Its vibrant yellow petals resemble the beauty and grandeur of India's diverse landscapes. Intriguingly, the influence extends beyond its floral elegance. The Indian grey mongoose finds solace amidst mango fruit trees, showcasing nature's harmonious coexistence. Similarly, the Crape myrtle (Lagerstromia indica) stands tall with its majestic blooms adorning gardens worldwide. Delving deeper into flora diversity, we encounter achira or meeru - commonly known as Indian shot (Canna indica). Its striking appearance captivates with fiery hues reminiscent of India's rich tapestry. The Princesse Julie d'Arenberg rose adds a touch of regality to this botanical journey. This hybrid rose boasts stunning yellow tones that symbolize prosperity and joy in Indian culture. Nature surprises us further with the prickly pear or Indian fig opuntia (Opuntia ficus-indica), defying odds by thriving in harsh conditions while offering nourishment through its succulent fruits. As we explore fauna intertwined with flora, we meet the Saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise (Cylindraspis). Native to Rodrigues Island in Mauritius, it roams freely among indigenous plants like Tamarindus indica – a tamarind tree adorned with beautiful yellow flowers. Adding an exotic touch is Schlumbergera truncata – often referred to as False Christmas cactus due to its festive blooming pattern during winter months. This unique plant species brings warmth and cheer wherever it grows. Lastly, let us not forget about Rosa multiflora – many-flowered roses that grace gardens across continents. Their delicate petals exude romance and evoke images of love-filled courtyards.