Root Collection (page 7)

Virginia snakeroot, Aristolochia serpentaria. Handcoloured woodblock engravings from James Mains Popular Botany, Orr and Smith, London, 1835

Blood lily, Scadoxus multiflorus (Haemanthus multiflorus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell from Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1818

Manna ash and sarsaparilla
Manna ash, Fraxinus ornus 1, and sarsaparilla, Smilax regelii 2, with root, flower and node. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder

Woman with Roots
The Magical World of Illustration, 832769334

Moreton Bay Fig tree, Kauai, Hawaii, USA

A rare Ghost orchid grows only in swamps in south Florida

Carrots and beets, USA

Purple scallions, USA

Lemon shark juvenile (Negaprion brevirostris) trying to feed on the leaves of a red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle). As pups, the sharks have to learn to hunt for themselves and sometimes make mistakes

Spotted eagle rays (Aetobatus narinari) shoal among mangrove roots, Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island, Galapagos

peanut, arachis hypogaea
Groundnuts Peanuts and kernels on a white background

Yellow Anaconda (Eunectes notaeus) in vegetation at the edge of the Paraguay River, Taiama Reserve, western Pantanal, Brazil, South America

Sergeant major (Abudefduf sp) schooling in mangroves of Isabela Island, Galapagos

Strangler fig (Ficus sp) growing over Hoop Pine tree(Araucaria cunninghamii) with branches knotting round each other, Morans Falls Track, Green Mountains

Jaguar (Panthera onca palustris), male hunting amongst tree roots at edge of the Cuiaba River. Three Brothers, Porto Jofre, northern Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil. August 2017

Tulipa gesneriana from the album Gottorfer Codex, c. 1650 (gouache on parchment)
3087237 Tulipa gesneriana from the album Gottorfer Codex, c.1650 (gouache on parchment) by Holtzbecher, Hans Simon (fl.1650s); 50.5x38.5 cm; Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen, Denmark; German

Iris xiphiodes from the album Gottorfer Codex, c. 1650 (gouache on parchment)
3087188 Iris xiphiodes from the album Gottorfer Codex, c.1650 (gouache on parchment) by Holtzbecher, Hans Simon (fl.1650s); 50.5x38.5 cm; Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen, Denmark; German

Tea mangroves (Pelliciera rhizophorae) Pochote Estuary, Costa Rica. Vulnerable species

Abstract Watercolor Painting Of A Tree And Its Roots

Beech (Fagus sylvatica) mature tree in winter, Paxton House Estate, Berwickshire, Scotland, December

Ancient dead Camelthorn Acacia trees survived in years past by spreading out long roots, now exposed by erosion

Purple gallinule (Porphyrula martinica) in mangrove swamp. Everglades National Park, Florida, USA. March

Great Basin Bristlecone Pine (Pinus longaeva) fallen ancient tree, White Mountains, California, USA, March

Tropical forest, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Madagascar, March 2005

Tropical forest, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Madagascar, March 2005

Alkanet, Bugloss, Borage, Comfrey, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Alkanet, Bugloss, Borage, Comfrey, Victorian Botanical Illustration, from The Flowering Plants and Ferns of Great Britain, Published in 1846

Quinoa, Goosefoot, Amaranth, Root, Beet, Chenopodium, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Quinoa, Goosefoot, Amaranth, Root, Beet, Chenopodium, Victorian Botanical Illustration, from The Flowering Plants and Ferns of Great Britain

Scabiosa plant scientific illustration
Digitally restored image of an original antique illustration by Sowerby published in 1860s in The English Botany

Wildflowers, Annual and Perennial Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Annual and Perennial Plants: Plate 15

Vegetables and Flowers of the Garden, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Vegetables and Flowers of the Garden: Plate 51

Woman standing near a giant tropical tree in the Borneo forest, Indonesia

A gloomy autumn afternoon created the perfect scene for a black and white capture, with some old roots in the foregound and the Sass de Putia in the background. Passo delle Erbe, Dolomites, Italy

The majestic Tofane rising in the sky and taking the golden light at sunset with some roots in the foreground. Dolomites, Italy

The majestic Tofane rising in the sky and taking the golden light at sunset with some roots in the foreground. Dolomites, Italy

The Sass de Putia takes the last light of the day during an autumn sunset. Passo delle Erbe, Dolomites, Italy

The Sass de Putia takes the last light of the day during an autumn sunset. Passo delle Erbe, Dolomites, Italy

Mighty roots of a pine in the Taunus, Niedernhausen, Hesse, Germany

View from Inspiration Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Colorado Plateau, Utah, USA

Bryce Canyon National Park, Colorado Plateau, Utah, USA

Grand View Point, Canyonlands National Park, Utah, USA

Stairways to Bad Urach Waterfall, Swabian Jura, Baden- Wurttemberg, Germany

Old Hute beech in autumn, Common beech (Fagus sylvatica) Hutewald Halloh, Nature reseve Kellerwald-Edersee, Bad Wildungen, Hesse, Germany, Europe

Rootstock of spruce with moss - Austria, Carinthia, Hermagor, Garnitzenklamm - Alps, Gailtal Alps, Gailtal

Bald cypress forest in autumn colors - USA, Louisiana, Caddo, Caddo Lake, Trees, Stacy Landing

Europe, UK, England, Autumn leaves in parkland woods, detail of fallen beach leaves and tree roots, no people

Italy, Tuscany, Apennines, Casentinesi Forests NP, Forest in Autumn

Black Booyong (Argyrodendron actinophyllum) tree with buttress root, Lamington National Park, Queensland, Australia

Japan, Kyoto, Higashiyama district, Tree roots

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"Exploring the Depths of Roots: From Yggdrasil to Ghost Orchids" Delve into the intricate world of roots, where ancient myths and scientific wonders intertwine. Just like Yggdrasil, the mythical Tree of Life in Norse mythology, roots hold secrets that connect us to nature's essence. Leonardo da Vinci's skull anatomy sketches reveal how roots anchor our existence, mirroring their resilience and strength. Much like the branches of Yggdrasil reaching towards the heavens, roots delve deep into the earth, providing stability and nourishment. Victorian botanical illustrations showcase both beauty and danger within root systems. Poisonous mushrooms lurk beneath forest floors while herbs and spices add flavor to our lives. These delicate yet potent plants remind us of nature's duality. The ethereal Ghost Orchid, immortalized by Susan Orleans' words, emerges from hidden recesses with its ghostly allure. Like this rare flower clinging onto trees for survival, some roots find support in unexpected places. Thai cuisine tantalizes taste buds with a symphony of flavors derived from various root-based spices. In Thailand's vibrant culture lies a fusion that celebrates Southeast Asian culinary traditions rooted deeply in history. Teeth tell tales not only about age but also about our dietary choices—a reminder that even humans rely on strong dental foundations just as plants depend on sturdy root systems for growth. Victorian botanical illustrations unmask poisonous and toxic plants lurking amidst enchanting blooms—an important lesson on discernment when exploring nature's offerings. Unraveling plant anatomy through Victorian illustrations reveals an intricate network below ground level—roots branching out like veins carrying life-sustaining nutrients throughout every fiber of existence. Medicinal and herbal plants have long been treasured for their healing properties; Victorian botanical art captures their essence beautifully. Rooted in tradition, these remedies continue to offer solace in modern times. Ta Prohm temple at Angkor Wat stands as a testament to the power of nature's roots.