Salicornia Collection

Curtis British Entomology Plate 119
Coleoptera: Demetrias monostigma (Single-spotted Demetrias) [Plant: Salicornia europaea (Salicornia herbacea, Marsh Samphire)] Date: 1824-39

Carrot, Parsley, Prickly Samphire, Samphire, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Carrot, Parsley, Prickly Samphire, Samphire, Victorian Botanical Illustration, from The Flowering Plants and Ferns of Great Britain

Glasswort, Salicornia, Seblite, Saltwort, Knawel, Carnation, Scleranthus, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Glasswort, Salicornia, Seblite, Seepweed, Saltwort, Knawel, Carnation, Scleranthus, Victorian Botanical Illustration

The Slufter at Texel in autumn with Common Glasswort (Salicornia europaea), Texel, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Wadden Sea with Samphire (Salicornia sp. ), puddles and mud flats, Mellum Island
Wadden Sea with Samphire (Salicornia sp.), puddles and mud flats, Mellum Island, Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe

Salt meadow with glasswort -Salicornia europaea-, Vlieland, province of North Holland, The Netherlands

Salt meadow with glasswort -Salicornia europaea- and sea lavender -Limonium vulgare-, Vlieland, province of North Holland, The Netherlands

BOTANY: GLASSWORT, 1633. Salicornia. Woodcut from Thomas Johnsons edition, 1633, of John Gerards Herball, first published in 1597 in London, England

The Dutch Wetlands
Tidal flat in the north of the Netherlands during low tide. This area, called the kwelder/Waddenzee divides the land from the sea and is rich of natural phenomena like birds and natural vegetation

Picture No. 10893039
Glasswort (Salicornia europaea) Date:

Samphire

Glasswort, Salicornia, Saltmarsh, Goldcliff, Gwent Levels, Newport, Wales, UK, Europe
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Discover the fascinating world through Curtis British Entomology Plate 119, showcasing its unique characteristics. This versatile plant, also known as Carrot, Parsley, Prickly Samphire, or Saltwort, has been beautifully depicted in Victorian botanical illustrations. Its resilience and adaptability are evident in its ability to thrive in salt marshes like The Slufter at Texel and the Wadden Sea National Park in Lower Saxony. Not only is Salicornia a stunning sight amidst puddles and mud flats but it also serves a greater purpose. In the Green Lab Research Facility, this salt-tolerant plant is being studied as a potential source for alternative aviation fuel. Its abundance and sustainable growth make it an ideal candidate for eco-friendly solutions. The salt meadows of Vlieland in North Holland showcase the beauty alongside other coastal plants like sea aster and sea lavender. These vibrant landscapes provide a haven for diverse flora and fauna while contributing to the preservation of natural habitats. Delve into history with Thomas Johnson's woodcut from his 1633 edition on botany featuring Glasswort (Salicornia). This timeless illustration captures the essence of this remarkable plant that has fascinated botanists throughout centuries. From its historical significance to its modern-day applications, Salicornia continues to captivate researchers and nature enthusiasts alike. Explore its wonders as you embrace the intricate details portrayed by these Victorian botanical illustrations.