Pinguicula Collection

Common butterwort, Pinguicula vulgaris
5855892 Common butterwort, Pinguicula vulgaris; (add.info.: Common butterwort, Pinguicula vulgaris. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora")

Insectivorous plants (litho)
6013477 Insectivorous plants (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Insectivorous plants)

Common butterwort, Pinguicula vulgaris. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smiths English Botany, London, 1792

Curtis British Entomology Plate 603
Lepidoptera: Electra albocrenata Curtis = Electrophaes corylata (Durham Carpet) [Plant: Pinguicula grandiflora (Large-flowered Butterwort)] Date: 1824-39

Curtis British Entomology Plate 341
Hymenoptera: Galesus fuscipennis = Psilus fuscipennis (Curtis) [Plant: Pinguicula lusitanica (Pale Butterwort)] Date: 1824-39

Curtis British Entomology Plate 90
Diptera: Chaeronomus aestivus = Eurycnemus crassipes (Bentleyan Midge) [Plant: Pinguicula vulgaris (Common Butterwort)] Date: 1824-39

Orchis-like butterwort, Pinguicula orchidioides.. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Walter Hood Fitch for Sir William Jackson Hookers Curtiss Botanical Magazine, London

Common butterwort -Pinguicula vulgaris-, flowering, Ireland, British Isles, Europe

Picture No. 10755094
Pale butterwort, or western butterwort (Pinguicula lusitanica) Date:

Picture No. 10886934
Alpine butterwort - Pinguicula alpina in flower - Insectivorous plant (Pinguicula alpina) Date:

Picture No. 10896588
Tailed Butterwort - Its leaves catches a lot of midges (Pinguicula caudata) Date:

Pinguicula antarctica, butterwort
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Pinguicula alpina

Pinguicula Vulgaris
Grassette vulgaire

Butterwort - an inconspicous insectivorous plant in flower Ben Eighe National Nature Reserve, Scotland
MAB-170 Butterwort Ben Eighe National Nature Reserve, Scotland Pinguicula vulgaris an inconspicous insectivorous plant in flower

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Pinguicula, commonly known as butterworts, are fascinating insectivorous plants that belong to the litho family. With their unique characteristics and stunning beauty, these plants have captured the attention of botanists and nature enthusiasts alike. One well-known species is Pinguicula vulgaris, also called common butterwort. This plant can be found in various regions across Europe, including the British Isles. Its delicate blooms grace the landscapes of Ireland with vibrant colors that attract pollinators. Curtis British Entomology Plate 603 showcases the intricate relationship between Pinguicula vulgaris and insects. As an insectivorous plant, it lures unsuspecting prey onto its sticky leaves before digesting them for nutrients. Similarly, Curtis British Entomology Plate 341 highlights this captivating process in action. Another mesmerizing member of the Pinguicula family is Pinguicula orchidioides or orchis-like butterwort. Its enchanting appearance resembles that of an orchid but possesses a carnivorous nature like other butterworts. The allure of these plants extends beyond Europe's borders to remote locations such as Antarctica. Pinguicula antarctica thrives in this icy landscape despite challenging conditions, showcasing its resilience and adaptability. Pictures No. 10755094, 10886934, and 10896588 capture the breathtaking beauty of different Pinguicula species in all their glory—each image telling a story about these remarkable plants' diversity and elegance. Whether it's observing Curtis' detailed illustrations or admiring real-life photographs from around the world—the enchantment surrounding Pinguicula never ceases to amaze us. These insectivorous wonders continue to captivate our imagination while reminding us of nature's incredible ability to evolve and thrive in even the harshest environments.