Lamiaceae Collection (page 5)

Wild Marjoram (Origanum munzurense) flowering, Anatolia, Turkey, July

Wild Marjoram (Origanum munzurense) close-up of flowers, Anatolia, Turkey, July

Wood Sage (Teucrium scorodonia) close-up of flowers, Dorset, England, July

French Lavender (Lavandula stoechas) flowering, growing in garrigue, Chios, Greece, April

Laxmanns Bugle (Ajuga laxmannii) flowering, Bulgaria, June

Wood Calamint (Clinopodium menthifolium) flowering, Dordogne, France, November

Beach Salvia (Salvia africana-lutea) flowering, Cape Point, Cape Peninsula, Western Cape Province, South Africa, August

Red Hemp-nettle (Galeopsis angustifolia) close-up of flower, growing on roadside verge, Northern Italy, July

Woundwort (Stachys swainsonii) flowering, growing on limestone, Delphi, Greece, April

Endemic Greek Woundwort (Stachys canescens) flowering, growing on limestone cliff, Mani Peninsula, Peloponnese, Greece, April

Cut-leaved Selfheal (Prunella laciniata) flowering, Dordogne, France, July

Large-flowered Calamint (Calamintha grandiflora) close-up of flowers, Auvergne, France, August

Ocimum basilicum, leaves, green and purple

Ocimum basilicum Siam Queen (Siam Queen Basil), small purple flowers, and green leaves

Elsholtzia ciliata (Vietnamese balm) sprig

Fresh leaves from Agastache rugosa (Korean mint) in glass of water, close-up

Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus Group (Rosemary), small, pastel blue flowers and needle-like green leaves

Fresh aerial parts of Mentha x piperata (Peppermint) and used to make medicinal herbal remedies

Salvia officinalis (Common Sage), pale purple flowers on long stem, and green leaves

Thymus pulegioides (Wild Thyme), small pale purple flowers and green, lemon-scented leaves on long stems

Mentha x smithiana (Red raripila mint), developed green leaves, close-up

Ground-ivy - Glechoma hederacea (Chamaecissos) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542

Breckland or Wild Thyme (Thymus serpyllum) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542. Plate: Breckland or Wild Thyme (Thymus serpyllum)

Common sage - Salvia officinalis (Salvia maior) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542

Dragonmouth (Horminum or Orminum sylvestre) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542. Plate: Dragonmouth (Horminum or Orminum sylvestre)

Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), Evergreen shrub spontaneous in Italy, by Francesco Peyrolery
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume I, Plate 39 by Francesco Peyrolery: Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis). Evergreen shrub spontaneous in Italy

Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Betony (Stachys densiflora Benth), Herbaceous perennial plant for flower beds and rocky gardens
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume IV, Plate 131 by Francesco Peyrolery: Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Betony (Stachys densiflora Benth)

Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Scarlet Sage (Salvia coccinea Juss), Herbaceous Annual plant for flower beds native to
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume XXVII Plate 21 by Giovanni Antonio Bottione (ja): Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Scarlet Sage (Salvia coccinea Juss)

Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Common Sage (Salvia officinalis), Suffruticose plant with persistent leaves for borders
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume I, Plate 25 by Francesco Peyrolery: Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Common Sage (Salvia officinalis)

Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Lavender (Lavandula officinalis Chaix), Shrub with persistent leaves for hedges
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume IV, Plate 112 by Francesco Peyrolery: Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Lavender (Lavandula officinalis Chaix)

Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum), Herbaceous Annual plant for flower beds and as aromatic plant
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume IV, Plate 139 by Francesco Peyrolery: Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum)

Marjoram - Origanum majorana (Amaracus) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542. Plate: Marjoram - Origanum majorana (Amaracus)

Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Breckland or Wild Thyme (Thymus serpyllum), Tiny suffruticose plant for borders
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume IV, Plate 103 by Francesco Peyrolery: Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Breckland or Wild Thyme (Thymus serpyllum)

Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542. Plate: Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca)

Lavender - Lavandula spica (Pseudonardus mas) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542

Purple betony or Bishops wort - Stachys officinalis (Betonica) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542

French Lavender (Lavandula stoechas), Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau, botanical plate by Pierre Joseph Redoute
Botany - Lamiaceae - French Lavender (Lavandula stoechas). Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau, botanical plate by Pierre Joseph RedoutA

Volkameria fragrans Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau, botanical plate by Pierre Joseph Redoute
Botany - Lamiaceae - Volkameria fragrans. Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau, botanical plate by Pierre Joseph RedoutA

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau, botanical plate by Pierre Joseph Redoute
Botany - Lamiaceae - Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis). Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau, botanical plate by Pierre Joseph RedoutA

Lavender, fluorescence light micrograph
Lavender. Fluorescence light micrograph of a section through a lavender (Lavendula sp.) plant, showing the cells. Magnification: x57 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Lavender leaf oil gland, SEM
Lavender leaf oil gland. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an oil gland on the surface of a French lavender (Lavandula dentata) leaf

Lavender floret, SEM
Lavender floret. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a floret from a French lavender plant (Lavandula dentata). Individual florets are grouped together on stems to form the lavender flowers

Crop of Lavender, Le Plateau de Sault, Provence, France

Lavender Field, Vaucluse, Sault, Provence-Alpes-Cote d Azur, France

Lavender Field, Le Plateau de Sault, Provence, France

Teucrium abutiloides
Illustration from Plantarum rariorum Horti Csarei Schoenbrunnensis descriptiones et icones, 1797/98, by Nikolaus Joseph Jacquin. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Gazania splendens, gazania and Callicarpa purpurea, purple b
Plate 29 from The Illustrated Bouquet (1857-64) by Edward Geroge Henderson. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Labiatae
Plate 112 from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants (1849). Illustrated and described by Elizabeth Twining (1805-1889)

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Lamiaceae, also known as the mint family, is a diverse and fascinating group of plants that encompasses a wide range of species with unique characteristics. One such member is the Scaredy cat plant, scientifically known as Coleus canina Hybr. , which has gained popularity for its ability to drive away cats and dogs with its pungent odor. Another notable member is Ocimum sanctum, commonly referred to as holy basil, revered for its religious significance in various cultures. If you ever find yourself wandering through the picturesque Lavender Field in Plateau de Sault, Provence, France, you will be captivated by the enchanting beauty and soothing fragrance emitted by these Lamiaceae plants. The vibrant purple hues create an awe-inspiring sight that truly showcases nature's artistry. The Coleus plant within this family boasts an array of stunning foliage patterns and colors that add a touch of elegance to any garden or indoor space. Its intricate leaves are adorned with mesmerizing combinations of green, pink, yellow, and burgundy shades. Traveling further east to Styria in Austria's scenic region of Europe unveils another gem within Lamiaceae - Garland flower or Rose Daphne (Daphne cneorum). This delicate blossom enthralls onlookers with its soft petals and sweet fragrance. Melissa officinalis or lemon balm is yet another remarkable member that offers not only aromatic leaves but also medicinal properties widely used for relaxation purposes. Its refreshing scent uplifts spirits while promoting calmness and tranquility. Venturing into alpine meadows reveals a species-rich environment where Orange lilies (Lilium bulbiferum) thrive among other wildflowers. These majestic blooms paint the landscape with their fiery orange hues while attracting pollinators from afar. In Cotswold Lavender field located in Snowshill village within Gloucestershire's Cotswolds region in England, the Lamiaceae family takes center stage once again.