Eurosid Collection (page 20)

Laportea interrupta (L. ) Chew, woodnettle
A specimen from the Paul Hermann collection of five volumes of specimens and drawings from Sri Lanka (Ceylon) 1672-1677. (Vol. 3 Page 1)

Ricinus communis, castor bean
One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London

Amicua melon
An illustration of a melon from Plate LXXII in a volume published by George Brookshaw. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Locust Tree, Tenerife 1873
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876), funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Sorbus aucuparia, rowan tree
Photographed by Pat Hart, Summer 2003

Betula pendula, silver birch
Photographed by Pat Hart, Summer 2003

Euphorbia mammillaris, corn cob euphorbia
Illustration from Prludia Botanica (1703) by Caspar Commelin, of Type Specimens of plants named by Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778)

Rubus sp. raspberry
Illustration of raspberries by George Brookshaw, held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Bryonia alba, white briony
Plate 15 from Botanicum Medicinale (1759) by Timothy Sheldrake. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Aesculus hippocastanum, horse chestnut tree
Photographed by Pat Hart, Summer 2003

Prunus sp. almond tree

Punica granatum, pomegranate
One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall of the Natural History Museum, London

The slip and boathouses on the Marina, Bermuda 1873

Orange Grove, St. Michael, Azores 1873
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876), funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Akesia africana
A photograph of one of the decorative ceiling panels from the roof of the Natural History Museums Central Hall. Showing Akesia Africana

Rubus idaeus, raspberry
Illustration from Traite des Arbres Fruitiers &c. Volume 3 by Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceau (1700-1782). Illustration entitled Framboisier a fruit blanc

Eucalyptus globulus, Tasmanian blue gum
A photograph of the details from one of the decorative ceiling panels from the roof of the Natural History Museums Central Hall. Showing a Eucalyptus globulus, Tasmanian blue gum

Fragaria sp. strawberry
A scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of a strawberry (Fragaria sp.), artificially coloured by computer

Rubus corylifolia, blackberry
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Quercus robur, English oak
A photograph of six of decorative ceiling panels from the roof of the Natural History Museums Central Hall showing Quercus robur, English oak

Apple blossom
Illustration of apple blossom from Choix des plus belles Fleurs (1833) by Pierre-Joseph Redoute. Entitled Fleurs de pommier

All about Betel chewing
Watercolour by Olivia Fanny Tonge 1858-1949. 180 x 260mm. From one of sixteen sketchbooks presented to the Museum in 1952

Rubus ulmifolius, blackberry
Illustration from Traite des Arbres Fruitiers, &c. Volume 3 by Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceau, held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Pollard Willow
Plate 29 from The Shape, Skeleton and Foliage of Thirty Two Species of Trees, 1786 by A. Cozens. The series was originally issued in 1771

Citrus aurantium, bitter orange
A photograph of the detail from one of the decorative ceiling panels from the roof of the Natural History Museums Central Hall. This panel is showing some cracking damage which has since been repaired

Gossypium barbadense, cotton
A photograph of one of the decorative ceiling panels from the roof of the Natural History Museums Central Hall. Show open bolls and flowers of the Gossypium barbadense, cotton plant

Salix fragilis L. CCXVII, crack willow
An illustrative plate of crack willow foliage and catkins from the Natural History Museum Botany Library Plate Collection

Dedroica magnolia, magnolia warbler

Foulehaio carunculatus, wattled honeyeater
Ff. 64. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Certhia carunculata and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Tragopan temminckii, Temmincks tragopan
Plate 46 from John Goulds The Birds of Asia, Vol. 7, (1850-83). Hand coloured lithograph

Canchites canadensis, spruce grouse
Plate 176 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Seiurus motacilla, Louisiana waterthrush
Plate 19 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Dolichonyx oryzivorus, bobolink
Plate 54 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Phymateus morbillosus, common milkweed locust

Erythrina folkersii, coral tree
Photograph of Erythrina folkersii

Castanospermum australe, Moreton Bay chestnut
Photograph of the seed pod of a Castanospermum australe tree

Lithocarpus, stone oak

Afzelia, africana smith

Pterocarpus angolensis
Photograph of Pterocarpus angolensis seed pods. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Bombus hypnorum, bumblebee
A bumblebee perched on Lythrum salicaria, purple loosetrife, in the Natural History Museums Wildlife Garden

Papilio demoleus, Lime butterfly
Papilio demoleus is also known as the swallowtail, common lime or lemon butterfly. It is found in Sri Lanka, India and Australia

Casuarina equisetifolia, beach sheoak
Copper plate of Casuarina equisetifolia, beach sheoak from the original drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Oak leaf
An oak leaf from the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London

Aleurites moluccana, candlenut tree
Copper plate of Aleurites moluccana, candlenut tree from the original drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Desert rose specimen

Various fruits
Plate 1055 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Elaeocarpus sp
Plate 185 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Juglans ventricosa, fossil plant
These specimens of Juglans ventricosa was found in Weisweiter nr Duren, Rhineland, Germany, and is now held at the Natural History Museum, London

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Exploring the diverse wonders of Eurosid: from the graceful Weeping Willow to the vibrant Insects of Surinam, this group of plants and fruits never fails to amaze. Discover the beauty and versatility of Gossypium barbadense, also known as the cotton plant, which has shaped industries worldwide. Immerse yourself in the enchanting Scottish Pine Forest, where tranquility meets majestic landscapes. Indulge your taste buds with Durio zibethinus, famously known as durian fruit - a unique delicacy that sparks controversy among food enthusiasts. Experience a burst of citrusy delight with Orangier des Gcnes or Arancio di Genova - two varieties of sweet orange that bring sunshine into every bite. Marvel at Cephalotus follicularis, an extraordinary Australian pitcher plant that lures unsuspecting insects into its captivating traps. Savor the rich flavor and aroma of Theobroma cacao's cocoa pod - nature's gift for chocolate lovers around the globe. Delight in Mangifera indica's succulent mangoes; their juicy sweetness transports you to tropical paradise with each bite. Listen to Emberiza calandra's melodious songs echoing through fields, celebrating nature's symphony amidst golden cornfields. Witness Quercus suber's resilience as cork oak provides sustainable materials while protecting biodiversity in Mediterranean ecosystems. Join us on this botanical journey through Eurosid and unlock nature’s secrets.