Umbelliferae Collection (page 3)

Rock Samphire (Crithmum maritimum) flowering, growing on limestone cliffs, Gower Peninsula, West Glamorgan, South Wales, August

Cow Parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris) flowering mass, growing on roadside verge, Powys, Wales, June

Umbelliferae, illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Alpine Sea Holly (Eryngium alpinum), Apiaceae or Umbelliferae, Herbaceous perennial plant for flower beds
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume XXXVII, Plate 106 by Angela Rossi Bottione, Apiaceae or Umbelliferae

Ferulago campestris in flower

Echinophora spinosa in flower

Viola suavis in flower

Yellow fennel flower (Nigella orientalis) C016 / 5574
Yellow fennel flower (Nigella orientalis). Drawing (Plate 062) by Arthur Harry Church, 1905. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Cow Parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris) C016 / 4361
Cow Parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris), also known as Queen Anns Lace. This robust short lived perennial is found on moist or shaded fertile soils

Cumin, SEM
Cumin. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a dried cumin (Cuminum cyminum) fruit pod. The fruit pods are sometimes referred to as seeds

Caraway fruit, SEM
Caraway fruit. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cross section through a dried caraway (Carum carvi) fruit

Coriander fruit, SEM
Coriander fruit. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a coriander (Coriandrum sativum) fruit pod cut in half. The whole coriander plant edible but the dried fruit is used as a culinary

Celery fruit, SEM
Celery fruit. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the dried fruit, often referred to as seeds, of the celery plant (Apium graveolens)

Ajowan fruits. Ajowan, also known as ajwain, is the dried seed-like fruit from the Trachyspermum copticum plant. It is used as a culinary spice in some Indian dishes

Anise, SEM
Anise, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Anise, also known as aniseed, is the fruit of Pimpinella anisum which contains an essential oil with a very strong liquorice-like aroma

Ajowan fruit, SEM
Ajowan fruit. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of dried fruit of Trachyspermum copticum. Ajowan, also known as ajwain, is a seed-like fruit used as a culinary spice in some Indian dishes

Nigella hispanica, fennel flower
Drawing 1/20 made in 1905 by Arthur Harry Church (1865-1937). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Trachymene procumbens, creeping wild parsnip
Finished watercolour by John Cleveley from an original outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Aciphylla squarrosa, speargrass
Finished watercolour by John Frederick Miller from an original outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Ferula galbaniflua, galbanum
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Nigella orientalis, yellow fennel flower
Drawing by Arthur Harry Church, 1905. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Plate 062

Arctopus echinatus
Plate from Rariorus Africanus Plantarum (1738-1739) by J. Burman, of Type Specimens of plants named by Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778)

MASTERWORT, SOAPWORT. Masterwort (Umbelliferae), bouncing bet or soapwort (Caryophyllaceae) and wild valerian (Valerianaceae)

Rock Samphire (Crithmum maritimum) growing on cliff habitat above high tideline, Isle of Portland in distance, White Nothe, Dorset, England, october

Hogweed (Heracleum sphondylium) flowering, Shapwick Heath Nature Reserve, Somerset Levels, Somerset, England, july

Bunch of parsley (Petroselinum crispum) on a wooden surface

Coriander leaves (Coriandrum sativum) on a wooden table

Caraway fruits, SEM
Caraway fruits. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of dried caraway (Carum carvi) fruits. Caraway has an aroma and taste similar to anise

Coriander fruits, SEM
Coriander fruits. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of coriander (Coriandrum sativum) fruit pods. The whole coriander plant is edible but the fruit is used as a culinary spice for curries

Flies feeding on a carrot flower head. Many tiny flies feeding on the nectar produced by the umbelliferous flowers of the Carrot (Daucus carota) plant

Great masterwort Gill Richardson
Great masterwort (Astrantia major Gill Richardson ) flowers

Hemlock (Conium maculatum)
Hemlock foliage (Conium maculatum). This plant is very poisonous. It contains toxic alkaloids which cause paralysis of the respiratory nerves, leading to death from suffocation

Angelica (Angelica archangelica)
Angelica flower heads (Angelica archangelica). This plant has a history of use in folk medicine as a treatment for digestive disorders

Cryptotaenia japonica Hassk flowers, SEM
Cryptotaenia japonica Hassk flowers. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the flowers of Japanese hornwort (Cryptotaenia japonica Hassk)

Cow parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris)
Cow parsley umbel (Anthriscus sylvestris). Photographed at a rural roadside

Sea holly (Eryngium sp. )
Sea holly (Eryngium sp.). This perennial herb belongs to the family Umbelliferae, which includes 200 species. It is indigenous to southern Europe

Burnet saxifrage (Pimpinella saxifraga)
Burnet saxifrage flowers (Pimpinella saxifraga)

Garden angelica (Angelica archangelica). This plant is used in herbal medicine as a treatment for digestive disorders. It is also used as an ingredient in cakes and jams

Sea holly (Eryngium sp.). This perennial herb belongs to the family Umbelliferae, which includes 200 species. It is indigenous to southern Europe

Sphenosciadium capitellatum
Rangers buttons plant (Sphenosciadium capitellatum) flowering. Photographed by a stream in the USA, in July

Irregular heart beat, conceptual image
Haemoglobin molecule. Computer artwork showing the structure of a haemoglobin molecule. Haemoglobin is a metalloprotein that transports oxygen around the body in red blood cells

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"Discover the Fascinating World of Umbelliferae: A Journey through Vegetable Roots and Exquisite Flora" Delve into the enchanting realm of Umbelliferae, a diverse family of plants that includes some well-known vegetables like Daucus carota, better known as carrots. These humble vegetable roots not only add flavor to our dishes but also provide essential nutrients for a healthy diet. As we explore further, we encounter the captivating Sea Holly (Eryngium sp. ), with its striking blue hues and intricate flower structures. This resilient plant thrives in coastal regions, adding a touch of elegance to sandy dunes or garden borders. Sweet Cicely (Myrrhis odorata), native to Europe, surprises us with its delicate foliage and aromatic qualities. Its presence brings an air of freshness and sweetness to any garden or culinary creation. In this vast botanical tapestry, even tiny creatures find their place. Witness the adorable Harvest Mouse (Micromys minutus) meticulously cleaning its nose on Common Hogweed (Heracleum sphondylium). Nature's intricacies never cease to amaze. Rock Samphire (Crithmum maritimum) emerges from rocky crevices along coastlines, defying harsh conditions with its resilience and unique taste. It adds zest to seafood dishes while reminding us of nature's ability to thrive in unexpected places. Venturing into alpine landscapes reveals Alpine Sea Holly (Eryngium alpinum), also known as Queen of the Alps. Its majestic inflorescence stands tall against breathtaking mountain vistas—a true testament to nature's grandeur. Silhouettes dance across fields adorned by Teasel (Dipsacus fullonum), Hedge Parsley (Torilis), and Allium seedheads—nature's artwork painted against austere backdrops. Their beauty lies not only in their form but also in their role as vital components of the ecosystem.