Allspice Collection

White sassafras, Sassafras albidum, and allspice or Jamaica pepper, Pimenta dioica
FLO4574159 White sassafras, Sassafras albidum, and allspice or Jamaica pepper, Pimenta dioica. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder"

Allspice, pimento or Jamaica pepper, Myrtus pimenta, Pimenta dioica
5856562 Allspice, pimento or Jamaica pepper, Myrtus pimenta, Pimenta dioica; (add.info.: Allspice, pimento or Jamaica pepper, Myrtus pimenta, Pimenta dioica)

Pimento (colour litho)
3117039 Pimento (colour litho); (add.info.: Pimenta officinalis, Pimenta dioica Kohler's Medizinal-Pflanzen in naturgetreuen Abbildungen mit kurz erlauterndem Texte)

Allspice, Jamaica pepper or pimenta, Pimenta dioica (Pimenta officinalis)
FLO4982843 Allspice, Jamaica pepper or pimenta, Pimenta dioica (Pimenta officinalis). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Allspice or Jamaica pepper, Pimenta officinalis. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph
FLO4990443 Allspice or Jamaica pepper, Pimenta officinalis. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler

White flowered all-spice tree, Myrtus pimenta
5856729 White flowered all-spice tree, Myrtus pimenta by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: White flowered all-spice tree, pimento or Jamaica pepper tree, Myrtus pimenta)

Spice plants (colour litho)
3621806 Spice plants (colour litho) by Koekkoek, Marinus Adrianus (1873-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spice plants: clove; nutmeg; cinnamon; black pepper; allspice or pimento)

Speargrass, Piptochaetium panicoides. Oryzopsis setacea, Urachne setosa, Stipa paniculoides, Orizzosside setacea. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus

Allspice or Jamaica pepper, Pimenta officinalis. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887

Japanese allspice, Chimonanthus praecox (Calycanthus praecox). Handcoloured stipple engraving by Moret after an illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redoute from Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceaus Traite des

Wintersweet or Japanese allspice, Chimonanthus praecox
La Cornouiller de la Chine. Wintersweet or Japanese allspice, Chimonanthus praecox. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Collection precieuse et enluminee des fleurs les plus belles et les

Allspice, Jamaica pepper or pimenta, Pimenta dioica (Pimenta officinalis). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Allspice (engraving)
2805362 Allspice (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allspice. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

Medical plants (coloured engraving)
997603 Medical plants (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Spice Plants (photo)
5993321 Spice Plants (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spice Plants. Illustration for The Modern Baker Confectioner and Caterer and John Kirkland)

Nutmeg; Cinnamon; Clove; Allspice or Pimento (coloured engraving)
6005383 Nutmeg; Cinnamon; Clove; Allspice or Pimento (coloured engraving) by Fitch, W. (fl.1872); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nutmeg; Cinnamon; Clove; Allspice or Pimento)

Allspice, 1823. Pimenta dioica/P officinalis, native to West Indies and Central America. The berries of the tree provide an aromatic spice. From Nature Displayed by Simeon Shaw. (London, 1823)

White sassafras, Sassafras albidum, and allspice, Pimenta dioica.. White sassafras, Sassafras albidum, and allspice or Jamaica pepper, Pimenta dioica

spice engraving 1855
A History of the Vegetable Kingdom by Wlliiam Rhind 1855

Cloves pepper engraving 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

John Quick and John Fawcett in Thomas Moretons The Way to Get Married"
John Quick and John Fawcett in Thomas Moretons " The Way to Get Married" John Quick as Toby Allspice and John Fawcett as Dashall in The Way to Get Married by Thomas Morton Inscribed various

Allspice: Pimenta diocia also naked P officinalis, Native to West Indies and Central America. 1823. Berries of tree provide an aromatic spice. From Nature Displayed by Simeon Shaw. (London, 1823)

Pimenta dioica, Allspice, whole allspice berries in silver spoon, background defocused

Making stuffing for poussin in vine leaves by combining liver mixture with bacon, breadcrumbs, herbs and allspice in glass mixing bowl

Pimenta dioica, whole dried Allspice berries and ground Allspice in small ceramic bowls, close up

Mixed spice ingredients, including allspice berries, coriander seed, cloves, mace, nutmeg, cinnamon quills, and metal grater

Allspice, SEM
Allspice, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM).Allspice is the dried unripe fruit of the Pimenta dioica plant. Its name is derived from the fact it was considered to resemble the flavour

Scialia currucoides, Scialia mexicana, Dendroica townsendi
Plate 393 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

All Spice - Hawaii
JLMo-3728 ALLSPICE Hawaii Pimenta dioica John Mason contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Spice bush / Californian Allspice - in flower
ROG-11945 Spice bush / Californian Allspice - in flower California, USA Calycanthus occidentalis Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Allspice, also known as Jamaica pepper or pimenta, is a versatile spice that offers a unique blend of flavors. Derived from the dried berries of the white flowered all-spice tree, Myrtus pimenta, this spice has been used for centuries in various cuisines around the world. The name "allspice" comes from its ability to mimic the taste of several other spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves. It truly lives up to its reputation as it encompasses warm and aromatic notes reminiscent of these well-loved spices. Native to Central America and the Caribbean islands, allspice is an essential ingredient in many traditional dishes. Its rich flavor profile adds depth to savory dishes such as stews and marinades while enhancing sweet treats like cakes and cookies. The speargrass-like appearance of Piptochaetium panicoides complements the allure plants with their vibrant green leaves. The Japanese allspice (Chimonanthus praecox) further expands on this beauty with its delicate yellow flowers that bloom during winter months. Not only does allspice enhance culinary creations, but it also boasts medicinal properties. Historically used by indigenous cultures for digestive ailments and pain relief, this spice continues to be valued for its potential health benefits today. Whether you're exploring new recipes or seeking natural remedies, allspice should not be overlooked. Its distinct aroma will transport your senses while adding complexity to your favorite dishes. So why not embrace the warmth and versatility that allspice brings? Let it become a staple in your pantry.