Rhamnus Collection

Alder buckthorn, Rhamnus frangula
5855994 Alder buckthorn, Rhamnus frangula; (add.info.: Alder buckthorn, Rhamnus frangula. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora)

Purging buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartica
5855995 Purging buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartica; (add.info.: Purging buckthorn tree, Rhamnus cathartica. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora")

Purging buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartica
5855099 Purging buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartica; (add.info.: Purging buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartica. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Alder buckthorn (Frangula alnus) in grassland at sunrise. Klein Schietveld, Brasschaat, Belgium. August 2019

Leaves and fruits of Common buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) Cambridgeshire, UK. September

Mediterranean buckthorn, Rhamnus alaternus
Italian buckthorn or Mediterranean buckthorn, Rhamnus alaternus. Nerprun alaterne. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Wart snake or little filesnake, Acrochordus granulatus. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy

Berry-bearing alder tree, Frangula alnus (Rhamnus frangula). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1795

Gooseberry, Ribes uva-crispa, and alder buckthorn, Rhamnus frangula. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Alpine buckthorn, Rhamnus alpina. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after Thomas Shotter Boys from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1825

Cascara buckthorn or bearberry, Frangula purshiana (Rhamnus purshiana). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler

Purging buckthorn tree, Rhamnus cathartica, Rhamnus catharticus, Nerprun purgatif. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Jujube, Ziziphus lotus (Rhamnus lotus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst

Purging buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartica. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880

Alder buckthorn, Frangula alnus (Rhamnus frangula). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Common buckthorn or purging buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartica. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Curtis British Entomology Plate 286
Coleoptera: Trichius variabilis = Gnoremus variabilis (8-spotted Oak-beetle) [Plant: Rhamnus frangula (Alder Buckthorn)] Date: 1824-39

Dwarf Buckthorn (Rhamnus pumila) (colour litho)
2639018 Dwarf Buckthorn (Rhamnus pumila) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from the " Atlas of the Alpine flora")

Flowers: Bitter Sweet, Buckthorn, Cubebs, Chicory, Castor Oil, Barberry, c1940

Rhamnus frangula, (Frangula alnus)
Rhamnus frangula (Frangula alnus), the alder buckthorn, glossy buckthorn, or breaking buckthorn

Picture No. 10886797
Buckthorn or Purging Buckthorn - in flower (Rhamnus cathartica) Date:

Rhamnus purshiana, cascara buckthorn
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

BOTANY: LOTUS PLANT. Rhamnus lotus. Line and stipple engraving, English, 1799

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"Rhamnus: A Diverse Genus of Buckthorns" From the vibrant grasslands at sunrise to the picturesque landscapes of Cambridgeshire, Rhamnus, commonly known as buckthorn, captivates with its beauty and diversity. Frangula alnus, also known as Alder buckthorn, stands tall amidst the golden rays of dawn, adding a touch of elegance to the meadows. In September, Rhamnus cathartica reveals its enchanting leaves and fruits in Cambridgeshire's countryside. These bountiful offerings showcase nature's artistry while attracting curious onlookers who marvel at their intricate details. Venturing further south brings us Mediterranean buckthorn (Rhamnus alaternus), an emblem of resilience against harsh climates. Its hardy nature serves as a reminder that even in adversity, life finds a way to flourish. Meanwhile, Acrochordus granulatus slithers through its habitat like a wart snake or little filesnake. This unique creature reminds us that within the world of Rhamnaceae lies not only plants but also fascinating reptilian inhabitants. The berry-bearing alder tree (Frangula alnus) showcases nature's generosity by providing sustenance for various creatures like gooseberries (Ribes uva-crispa). Together they create harmonious ecosystems where both flora and fauna thrive side by side. At higher altitudes resides Alpine buckthorn (Rhamnus alpina), defying extreme conditions with its tenacity. Its presence is a testament to adaptability and survival against all odds. Cascara buckthorn or bearberry (Frangula purshiana) offers more than just visual appeal; it has been utilized for centuries due to its medicinal properties. Nature's pharmacy holds secrets waiting to be discovered within this remarkable plant genus.