Crithmum Maritimum Collection

Rock samphire (Crithmum maritimum)
Rock samphire flowers (Crithmum maritimum) amongst pebbles. This coastal perennial is edible and was a popular vegetable in Shakespeares time. There is a reference made to the plant in King Lear

Hedge bedstraw, Galium mollugo, and rock samphire, Crithmum maritimum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical
FLO4668639 Hedge bedstraw, Galium mollugo, and rock samphire, Crithmum maritimum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Rock samphire (Crithmum maritimum) growing on rocky beach, Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset, UK, September

Antique botany illustration: Samphire, Crithmum maritimum

Vegetables, Plantes potageres
5324553 Vegetables, Plantes potageres by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Vegetables, Plantes potageres. Artichokes, Cynara cardunculus var)

Samphire, Crithmum Maritimum (colour litho)
2802599 Samphire, Crithmum Maritimum (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Samphire, Crithmum Maritimum)

Rock Samphire (Crithmum maritimum) flowering on a dike, Den Helder, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Cartoon of man wearing 16th century costume carrying basket of wildflowers on back and holding rope as he climbs cliff to pick Rock Samphire

Illustration of Crithmum maritimum (Samphire), a yellow wildflower with green leaves on long stem

Crithmum maritimum; Rock-Samphire

Crithmum maritimum, Rock-Samphire

Rock samphire C017 / 8436
Rock samphire (Crithmum maritimum) on a wall at high tide. This coastal perennial is edible. The growing leaf tips have culinary, medicinal and cosmetic uses

Italian striped stink bugs (Graphosoma lineatum italicum) on rock samphire (Crithmum maritimum), Samos, Greece

Rock samphire Crithmum maritimum Castle Bay, Dale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe
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"Discover the Beauty and Versatility of Rock Samphire (Crithmum maritimum)" Step into the world of botanical wonders with rock samphire (Crithmum maritimum), a fascinating plant that has captivated scientists, artists, and nature enthusiasts for centuries. This antique botany illustration showcases the intricate details of this unique species, highlighting its distinctive features. Found growing on rocky beaches like Kimmeridge Bay in Dorset, rock samphire thrives in harsh coastal environments. Its resilience is evident as it flourishes amidst rugged cliffs and crashing waves. The vibrant green leaves and delicate yellow wildflowers on long stems make it a sight to behold. In traditional vegetable gardens or "plantes potageres, " rock samphire finds its place among other nutritious greens. Its versatility extends beyond culinary uses; this colour litho highlights its potential as an ornamental addition to any garden or landscape. Imagine a 16th-century explorer donning period attire, carefully navigating treacherous cliffs while carrying a basket filled with wildflowers - including precious rock samphire. This whimsical cartoon captures the adventurous spirit associated with harvesting this extraordinary plant. The allure lies not only in its visual appeal but also in its medicinal properties. Ancient herbalists recognized its therapeutic benefits, utilizing it for various ailments throughout history. While exploring Den Helder in Noord-Holland, one might stumble upon fragrant flowering dike adorned with rock samphire blooms—a picturesque scene that exemplifies nature's beauty at its finest. Italian striped stink bugs find solace on these resilient plants while basking under the Greek sun on Samos Island—an unexpected encounter between two distinct species brought together by their shared appreciation for Crithmum maritimum's presence.