Rhizome Collection (page 4)

Rhizome and fruit of the round China cardamom, Amomum globosum Lour.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Picture No. 10865930
Bamboo - cross section of a shoot emerging from the ground and its rhizome Date:

Turmeric powder, SEM
Turmeric powder, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Turmeric is a deep yellow spice made from the dried and ground rhizomes of turmeric (Curcuma longa)

Rhizome and roots of turmeric, Curcuma longa (Zingiberacea), aromatic herb, spice.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants

Rhizome and root of tidalmarsh flat sedge, Cyperus serotinus.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Rhizome and root of the alkali bulrush, Scirpus maritimus L.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Inflorescence and rhizome of round turmeric, Curcuma rotunda.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Rhizome and pink inflorescence of turmeric, Curcuma longa L. var. macrophylla Miq. (Zingiberacea).. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu

Pink and brown rhizome and leaves of Japanese alpinia, Alpinia japonica Miq.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Rhizome and leaves of Chinese alpinia, Alpinia chinensis rose.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Polygonaceae family :1. Polygonum fagopyrum, 2. Rheum officinale, 3. Rumex acetosella, 4. Piper nigrum

Nelumbo nucifera, Sacred Lotus, plant leaves floating on water surface and raised amongst open flowers

Ms Fr. Fv VI #1 fol. 134v Illustration from The Book of Simple Medicines
XJL212012 Ms Fr. Fv VI #1 fol.134v Illustration from The Book of Simple Medicines by Mattheaus Platearius (d.c.1161) c.1470 (vellum) by Testard, Robinet (fl.1470-1523); 26x35.5 cm; National Library

Old world forked fern, uluhe fern -Dicranopteris linearis-, fronds, a native plant in Hawaii with purple rhizome, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Big Island, Hawaii, USA

Couch Grass, Agropyron repens, rhizomes, dug up from an established vegetable garden

Couch, twitch or quackgrass, Agropyron repens, roots and spreading young rhizomes

Neptune Grass (Posidonia oceanica) fibrous rhizomes (egagropili), washed up on beach, Sardinia, Italy, April

Whole root of ginger and sliced ginger

Fresh turmeric

Grated ginger, close-up

A ginger root

Root ginger

Zingiber officinale, fresh Ginger rhizome, close up

Dusting cut surface of bamboo rhizome in fungicidal powder, close-up

Cutting bamboo rhizomes into pieces using secateurs, close-up

Pulling apart mint rhizome seedlings in compost near plant pot

Zingiber officinale, whole and sliced fresh Ginger rhizome, close up

Zingiber officinale, lump of Ginger and three round slices, view from above

Brassica rapa, White Turnips, white roots with wrinkly foliage at end of long stalks, view from above

Zingiber officinale, large lump of Ginger, view from above

Rhizomes of Kaempferia galanga (Aromatic ginger), close-up

Ginger Zingiber officinale rhizome F007 / 7584
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) rhizome

Ginger Zingiber officinale rhizome F007 / 7583
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) rhizome

Root ginger C014 / 1250
Root ginger. The rhizome (underground stem) of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale) is used worldwide in a variety of forms as a cooking spice. It is also used in herbal remedies

Cut root ginger C014 / 1251
Cut root ginger. The rhizome (underground stem) of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale) is used worldwide in a variety of forms as a cooking spice. It is also used in herbal remedies

Developing potato tubers C017 / 7019
The potato, Solanum tuberosum is a staple food in temperate regions. It originated at high altitudein the Andes. The plant grows from buds (eyes)

Potato tuber formation C016 / 8751
The potato, Solanum tuberosum, is a widely grown and important staple food in temperate countries. It originated at high altitude in the Andes. The plant is grown from a tuber

Fermented Ginger Beer (LM) C014 / 1695
Fermented ginger beer. Light micrograph of fermented ginger beer under differential interference contrast, showing yeast and ginger root debris. Magnfication x1625 (x385 at 10cm wide)

Fermented Ginger Beer (LM) C014 / 1694
Fermented ginger beer. Light micrograph of fermented ginger beer under phase contrast, showing yeast and ginger root debris. Magnfication x1625 (x385 at 10cm wide)

Plant roots, 19th century C015 / 6085
Plant roots, 19th-century artwork. The roots of a plant are the means by which it obtains water and mineral nutrients from soil or the air. Roots form many specialised subtypes

Flag iris (Iris germanica), artwork C013 / 6607
Flag iris (Iris germanica). Illustration from Icones Plantarum medicinalium (1788) by Joseph Jacob von Plenck

Ginger rhizome, SEM
Ginger rhizome. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through a rhizome (underground stem) from a ginger plant (Zingiber officinale)

Ginger, SEM
Ginger. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of an oil globule from a secretory cell on the rhizome of ginger (Zingiber officinale). Ginger is commonly used as a cooking spice throughout the world

Iris Rhizome and Roots
Rhizome and roots of the German Iris (Iris Germanica). Date: 1950s

Greater Tussock Sedge (Carex paniculata) tussocks with fibrous rhizomes, in valley fen reserve, Hopton Fen, Hopton, Suffolk, England, november

Sliced ginger root (Zingiber officinale). The root (actually the rhizome) of the ginger plant is used as a flavouring in cooking

Ginger root (Zingiber officinale). The root (actually the rhizome) of the ginger plant contains magnesium, zinc and the B vitamins, and is used as a flavouring in cooking

Acorus calamus rhizome, light micrograph
Acorus calamus rhizome. Light micrograph of a section through a rhizome from a sweet flag (Acorus calamus) plant. The rhizome has an outer layer with scattered collateral vascular bundles

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Rhizome: A Hidden World of Beauty and Healing In the enchanting land of Greece, a beautiful blue Iris known as the Peloponnese form of Cretan iris blooms gracefully. Once called Iris unguicularis and Iris stylosa, this captivating flower showcases its vibrant hues in a mesmerizing display. Meanwhile, another variety of Iris, the Bearded iris or Iris Rajah, stands tall with its striking yellow upright petals. Its single flower captivates onlookers with its majestic presence. Delving into the world beneath the water's surface, we discover the intricate beauty of a water fern rhizome through a light micrograph. The delicate details unveil themselves like an artwork crafted by nature itself. Moving to Thailand, we encounter Curcuma alismatifolia pink or siam tulip - an exquisite plant that adds splashes of pink to any landscape. Its vibrant colors bring joy and delight wherever it grows. The Dutch iris or Iris hollandica Nova Blue takes us back to Europe with its elegant charm. Each blossom tells a story through its rich hues and graceful petals that dance in harmony with gentle breezes. Venturing further eastward to China, we uncover the secret behind round China cardamom - both rhizome and fruit play vital roles in traditional medicine practices. Their potent properties have been revered for centuries for their healing abilities. Ginger root emerges from our exploration as Zingiber officinale or Amomum zingiber - commonly used in culinary delights worldwide but also treasured for its medicinal qualities. This versatile spice adds warmth and depth to dishes while soothing ailments when brewed into tea. Thai galangal or Alpinia galanga is another gem found within Southeast Asia's herbal treasure trove. Known as greater galangal, it possesses aromatic flavors that enhance various cuisines while offering numerous health benefits.