Hesperis Matronalis Collection

Dame's violet varieties, Hesperis matronalis. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration
FLO4668240 Dame's violet varieties, Hesperis matronalis. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Rocket, Hesperis matronalis
5893815 Rocket, Hesperis matronalis. by Bois, Desire Georges Jean Marie (1856-1946); (add.info.: Rocket, Hesperis matronalis)

Dames Violet and a Field Iris, from Hortus Eystettensis
3359429 Dames Violet and a Field Iris, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub. 1613 (hand coloured engraving) by German School

Rocket, plate 242 from A Curious Herbal, published 1782 (colour engraving)
STC176420 Rocket, plate 242 from A Curious Herbal, published 1782 (colour engraving) by Blackwell, Elizabeth (1707-1758); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

Sweet rocket, Hesperis matronalis. Close view of spike of four petalled white flowers. -

Sweet rocket, Dames rocket, Hesperis matronalis
Sweet rocket, Hesperis matronalis. Close view of flower spike of four petalled pale purple flowers

Dames Violet and a Field Iris, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub
I Iris pratensis maior; II Viola matronalis flore albo; III Viola matronalis flore purpunto; Besler was an apothecary in Nuremberg and was in charge of the gardens of the Prince Bishop near Eichstat;

Vase of flowers, with Cherries and Almonds on the table, Nature morte; Irises, Delphinium hybrids and dames violet, 1871. From The Connoisseur Volume 106. [Otto Limited, London, 1940]

Damask flower Hesperis matronalis Numbered top right
Damask flower (Hesperis matronalis), Damask flower. Numbered top right: 315. Part of the fourth album with drawings of flowers and mushrooms

Hesperis matronalis; Dames Rocket

Hesperis matronalis; Dames Rocket

Hesperis matronalis, Dames Rocket

Dames Rocket or Damask Violet (Hesperis matronalis), Cruciferae by Francesco Peyrolery, watercolor, 1765
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume IX, Plate 37 by Francesco Peyrolery: Dames Rocket or Damask Violet (Hesperis matronalis), Cruciferae

Oxeye daisies (Chrysanthemum leucanthemum) and Dame es Rocket phlox (Hesperis matronalis) along roadway, South Carolina

Sweet rocket (Hesperis matronalis)
Sweet rocket flowers (Hesperis matronalis). Photographed at Dilston Physic Garden, Northumberland, UK

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"Hesperis matronalis: The Enchanting Beauty of Dames Rocket" Step into a world of floral wonder with Hesperis matronalis, commonly known as Dames Rocket. This captivating plant, resembling a rocket ready for takeoff, is a sight to behold in any garden. Dating back centuries, this perennial herb has been admired for its delicate white flowers that bloom in clusters atop tall stems. Its elegant petals are reminiscent of the graceful iris and dames violet, creating an enchanting display straight out of Hortus Eystettensis. Intriguingly depicted in A Curious Herbal from 1782, this color engraving showcases the intricate details of sweet rocket's four-petaled blossoms up close. Its beauty is further immortalized by renowned artist Henri Fantin-Latour in his still life masterpiece featuring irises and delphinium hybrids. Also referred to as Dame's Rocket or Damask flower, it has captured the attention of botanists throughout history. Victorian botanical illustrations from 1863 showcase its allure with meticulous precision and artistic flair. This resilient plant not only boasts stunning aesthetics but also emits a delightful fragrance that fills the air around it. Whether adorning your garden or gracing your vase arrangements, Dames Rocket adds an irresistible charm to any setting. As you gaze upon these numbered specimens top right on vintage prints or explore their natural habitat outdoors, let yourself be captivated by the timeless elegance and ethereal presence - truly nature's own work of art.