Gunnera Collection

Brazilian giant-rhubarb, Gunnera manicata. Chromolithograph by P. de Pannemaeker from Jean Lindens l Illustration Horticole, Brussels, 1884

Giant rhubarb, Gunnera tinctoria
Chilean or giant rhubarb, Gunnera tinctoria (Gunnera scabra). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Cape gunnera, Gunnera perpensa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a botanical illustration by John Curtis from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, Samuel Curtis, London, 1823

The Story Teller, 1843 (oil on canvas)
CH402177 The Story Teller, 1843 (oil on canvas) by Frolich, Lorens (1820-1908); 54.9x73.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Danish, out of copyright

Gunnera, X-ray

Carrickkildavnet Castle, Achill Island Co Mayo, Ireland

Picture No. 10885068
Valdivian Rainforest - dense roadside vegetation consisting of Chilean Gunnera / Chilean Rhubarb / Giant Rhubarb / Nalca / Panque ( Gunnera chilensis - Gunnera scabra)

Picture No. 10885067
Valdivian Rainforest - dense roadside vegetation consisting of fern and Chilean Gunnera / Chilean Rhubarb / Giant Rhubarb / Nalca / Panque (Gunnera chilensis - Gunnera scabra)

Picture No. 10891053
Gunnera - stem (Gunnera manicata) Date:

Picture No. 10891036
Gunnera - young leaf just coming out the bud (Gunnera manicata) Date:

Picture No. 10891035
Gunnera - young leaf just coming out the bud (Gunnera manicata) Date:

Picture No. 10891034
Gunnera - young leaf just coming out the bud (Gunnera manicata) Date:

Picture No. 10898897
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Trebah Garden - with Gunnera cut back - Cornwall, UK
DAC-1240 Trebah Garden - with Gunnera cut back Cornwall, UK David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Gunnera magellanica, gunnera
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Dyseomone intgrifolia

Chilean Gunnera (Gunnera tinctoria) close-up of young leaves

Horse Chestnut Tree - In flower, by pool and boat house. Gunnera in foreground
SG-20102 Horse Chestnut Tree - In flower, by pool and boat house. Gunnera in foreground Aesculus hippocastanum Ardea London Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Gunnera, also known as the Brazilian giant-rhubarb, is a fascinating plant that captures attention with its immense size and unique features. With several species under its umbrella, including Gunnera manicata (Brazilian giant-rhubarb), Gunnera tinctoria (Giant rhubarb), and Gunnera perpensa (Cape gunnera), this genus offers a variety of stunning plants to admire. One notable depiction can be found in "The Story Teller, " an oil on canvas painting from 1843. This artwork showcases the beauty and grandeur of these plants, highlighting their impressive foliage and captivating presence. The artist skillfully captured the intricate details of gunneras, making them come alive on the canvas. For those who are curious about what lies beneath the surface, an X-ray image reveals the hidden intricacies within a gunnera plant. It unveils its complex root system that supports its massive leaves and stems above ground. This glimpse into the inner workings of this botanical wonder adds another layer to our understanding and appreciation for gunneras. In addition to artistic representations, real-life sightings of they can be found in various locations around the world. Carrickkildavnet Castle in Achill Island Co Mayo, Ireland serves as a picturesque backdrop for these majestic plants. Picture No. 10885068 showcases their lush green leaves against ancient stone walls while Picture No. 10885067 zooms in on their textured foliage up close. Further explorations reveal more enchanting photographs capturing different aspects of these remarkable plants' characteristics: Picture No. 10891053 focuses on their towering height; Picture No. 10891036 highlights their vibrant red stalks; Picture No. 10891035 displays how they create dense clusters; finally, Picture No. 10891034 demonstrates how they thrive near water bodies due to their affinity for moist environments.