Stinking Hellebore Collection

Stinking hellebore, Helleborus foetidus, and common groundsel. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4667862 Stinking hellebore, Helleborus foetidus, and common groundsel. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Antique botany illustration: Setterwort, Stinking Hellebore, Helleborus foetidus

Flowering Plants of Great Britain: Mountain Globe Flower, Marsh Marigold, Green Hellebore
6024386 Flowering Plants of Great Britain: Mountain Globe Flower, Marsh Marigold, Green Hellebore, Stinking Hellebore (colour litho) by English School

Stinking Hellebore (coloured engraving)
619478 Stinking Hellebore (coloured engraving) by Buchoz, Pierre-Joseph (1731-1807); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dungwort, Helleborus foetidus.); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Stinking Hellebore, Helleborus foetidus, Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1863
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved and Hand Colored Victorian Botanical Illustration of Stinking Hellebore, Helleborus foetidus, Victorian Botanical Illustration, 1863 Plants

Stinking Hellebore or Dungwort - Helleborus foetidus (Helleborus niger adulterinus sylvestris)
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542

Stinking hellebore (Helleborus foetidus) in snow

Evergreen plants. A common polypody fern (Polypodium vulgare) is at left and a stinking hellebore plant (Helleborus foetidus) is at right. The stinking hellebore plant is poisonous

Autumnal foliage
Autumn colour in the leaves of a Japanese maple (Acer palmatum dissectum Viridis ) next to the evergreen foliage of the stinking hellebore plant (Helleborus foetidus Wester Flisk )

Crocus and Helleborous Wester Flisk
Yellow dutch crocus (Crocus sp.) and stinking hellebore flowers (Helleborous foetidus Wester Flisk ). Photographed in February

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"Unveiling the Enigmatic Stinking Hellebore: A Journey through Antique Botany Illustrations" Step into the world of antique botany illustrations as we explore the captivating Setterwort, also known as the Stinking Hellebore. With its scientific name, Helleborus foetidus, this flowering plant has intrigued botanists for centuries. In one mesmerizing color lithograph from "Flowering Plants of Great Britain, " we encounter the Mountain Globe Flower and Marsh Marigold alongside this enigmatic Green Hellebore. Its unique characteristics are beautifully portrayed, capturing our attention with its vibrant hues. Delving deeper into history, a colored engraving by Leonhart Fuchs in his renowned work "De historia stirpium commentarii insignes" transports us back to 1542. Here we witness another depiction of the Stinking Hellebore or Dungwort (Helleborus niger adulterinus sylvestris), showcasing how it fascinated even early botanical scholars. Victorian-era botanical illustrations further enchant us with their intricate details. In an exquisite Victorian Botanical Illustration from 1863, we observe yet again the allure of the Stinking Hellebore (Helleborus foetidus). The artist's skillful hand brings forth every delicate feature and texture that makes this plant so intriguing. As evergreen plants dominate landscapes throughout seasons, autumn leaves provide a striking backdrop for these captivating horticultural wonders. Amidst nature's transformational palette, the Stinking Hellebore stands out with its distinct form and aroma. Through these antique illustrations and glimpses into historical texts on botany, we uncover a fascination that continues to captivate modern-day enthusiasts. The stench may be off-putting to some but cannot overshadow its undeniable beauty and significance within botanical realms.