Plant Bulb Collection (page 3)

The Colorful Tulips of Holland
These colorful tulips on public display in central Amstetdam represent the national flower of the Netherlands. Tulips are perennial flowers that are grown from a bulb

Garlic bulbs at a weekly market, Provence region, France, Europe

Potatoes in burlap sack on wood

Peeled cassava root on the jungle floor, Sacha Runa, Napo Province, Ecuador

Centum chapita or asfodello (Centum chapita amfodili), illustration
Manuscript, Italy, 15th century. Herbal from Trento. Plate: Centum chapita or asfodello (Centum chapita amfodili). Herb used to treat fistulas and eye disorders. Manuscript 1591, folio 27, recto

Onions affected by Sclerotium cepivorum (Onion white rot)

Bunch of Pickling Onions tied with string

Allium cepa (Onion plant)

Watering the leaves of a bulb flower with a watering can

Gladioli bulbs in drills being covered with soil, using Dutch hoe

Bulbs planted underneath a section of lifted turf, with the turf rolled back revealing the bulbs

Planting lily bulblets into pot of loam-based compost, close-up

Picking off lily bulblets from dead stem after flowering, close-up

Potting up sections of Cyclamen hederifolium bulb, close-up

Cutting a Cyclamen hederifolium bulb into pieces, using a sharp knife, close-up

Trimming off tip and roots from Hippeastrum bulb, using a sharp knife, close-up

Placing daffodil bulb on its cut end, then cutting downwards through basal plate with a sharp knife (propagating by twin-scaling)

Dividing pieces of daffodil bulb with scalpel (propagating by twin-scaling)

Slicing off nose of daffodil bulb, using a sharp knife (propagating by twin-scaling)

Hands peeling off scales from a lily bulb (propagating by scaling), close-up

Lifting Daffodil corm from soil, using a hand fork, close-up

Pulling off cormels from parent corm (Gladiolus) using fingers, close-up

Pulling offsets away from parent bulb of Crinum plant, using hands, close-up

Removing outer skin from daffodil bulb using fingers, finished bulbs in background, close-up

Separating pairs or clumps of daffodil bulbs with large offsets into individual bulbs, pulling them apart with fingers, close-up

Lifting tulip bulbs out of soil, using a fork, close-up

Lifting clumps of Nerine plants from soil using fork, close-up

Hole cut into grass turf with crocus bulbs being pressed into soil, high angle view

Hands removing outer skin from Nerine bulb, close-up

Hands dividing clumps of Nerine bulbs, close-up

Garden fork pushed into soil to make holes for small bulbs, close-up

Hands covering daffodil bulbs in pot with potting compost, close-ups

Hand planting daffodil bulbs in prepared pot, close-up

Hand placing piece of turf on top of daffodil bulb, further daffodil bulbs scattered nearby in the grass, close-up

Hand holding piece of turf above daffodil bulb in hole in the ground, further daffodil bulbs scattered nearby in the grass, close-up

Making a hole for a daffodil bulb using a bulb planter, further daffodil bulbs scattered nearby in the grass, close-up

Hand covering tulip bulbs with soil, close-up

Planting a snowdrop bulb in a prepared hole, using a metal widger and fingers, close-up

Using bulb planter on a lawn, close-up

Covering bulbs with soil, using a rake

Fritillaria imperialis (Crown imperialis), bulb in dish filled with compost

Hands planting onion bulbs in trench, Onion Senshyu Yellow (Japanese onion)

Planting shallot bulbs in trench, close-up

Garlic plant bulbs in basket

Illyrian Sea Lily (Pancratium illyricum), Amaryllidaceae by Francesco Peyrolery and Giovanni Antonio Bottione
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume XIV, Plate 94 by Francesco Peyrolery and Giovanni Antonio Bottione: Illyrian Sea Lily (Pancratium illyricum), Amaryllidaceae

Josephines lily (Brunsvigia josephinae), Amaryllidaceae by Maddalena Lisa Mussino, watercolor, 1838-1840
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume LV, Plate 49 by Maddalena Lisa Mussino: Josephines lily (Brunsvigia josephinae), Amaryllidaceae

Narcissus, engraving by Pier Andrea Mattioli, 1554
Herbal, 16th century. Pier Andrea Mattioli (1501-1578), Commentary on Dioscorides work, 1554. Volume II, Book IV, Plate: Narcissus. Engraving. Published by Felice Valgrisio, Venice, 1585

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"Exploring the Intricate World of Plant Bulbs: A Victorian Botanical Illustration Journey" Step into the enchanting world of plant bulbs as we delve into their fascinating characteristics and historical significance. From poisonous and toxic plants to medicinal and herbal wonders, these botanical illustrations from the Victorian era offer a glimpse into nature's diverse offerings. Intriguingly, Victorian botanists meticulously documented plant anatomy through detailed drawings, capturing every intricate detail of bulbs. These illustrations not only served as scientific records but also showcased the artistic beauty hidden within each species. Amongst the bulbous wonders depicted is the Elephant Garlic (Allium ampeloprasum), a unique garlic variety known for its colossal size and pungent flavor. Its bulb serves both culinary purposes and traditional medicine practices. Orchids, with their exquisite blooms, take center stage in many Victorian botanical illustrations. The Twayblade, Neottia, Listera, Ladyas Tresses, Spiranthes are just a few examples that showcase nature's artistry at its finest. These delicate flowers have captivated enthusiasts for centuries with their intricate shapes and vibrant colors. Moving beyond ornamental plants, vegetables, fruits, and berries also make an appearance in these vintage illustrations. They highlight how even everyday garden produce can be transformed into works of art when viewed through a different lens. The Orchid family continues to mesmerize us with its diversity; Ophrys or Bee Ophrys entices pollinators with its bee-like appearance while Ladyas Slipper exudes elegance in every petal. Marsh Orchid and Military Orchid add further splendor to this collection of Victorian botanical masterpieces. Not all bulbs bring joy though; some possess sinister qualities like Star of Bethlehem (Ornithogalum). This seemingly innocent flower conceals toxic properties beneath its charming exterior – reminding us that caution is necessary when exploring nature's bounty.