Rugosa Collection

Coral fungus varieties
White coral fungus, Clavulina cristata (Clavaria cristata), Clavulina cinerea (Clavaria cinerea), pink-tipped coral mushroom, Ramaria botrytis (Clavaria botrytis), and wrinkled coral fungus

Yellow flowered Calceolaria rugosa
5856256 Yellow flowered Calceolaria rugosa; (add.info.: Yellow flowered Calceolaria rugosa. Hand-colored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by Watts from Charles McIntosh's "Flora)

Yellow mombin or hog plum, Spondias monbin. Spondia di frutti rossi. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Wrinkled rose, Rosa rugosa. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896

Coral tree, Erythrina crista-galli. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896

Shell of the endangered green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas
Endangered green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas (Wrinkled tortoise, Testudo rugosa). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Heath after an illustration by George Shaw from his General Zoology, Amphibia

Bobtail Lizard, Stump-tailed Skink or Shingleback Skink (Tiliqua rugosa), Western Australia, Australia

Rugose squat lobster or plated lobster, Munida rugosa.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792

Shingleback Skink, Tiliqua rugosa, threatening with open mouth and blue tongue, western Australia

Kodonophyllum truncatum, fossil coral
Kodonophyllum truncatum (Linne) from the Silurian period, Dudley, West Midlands, England

Yellow flowered Calceolaria rugosa.. Handcolored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by Watts from Charles McIntoshs Flora and Pomona 1829

Elm sidefoot, Agaricus ulmarius 1, furrowed clavaria 2, and cylindric clavaria 3.. Elm sidefoot, Agaricus ulmarius 1, furrowed clavaria, Clavaria rugosa 2, and cylindric clavaria

Squid-like Orthoceratites attempt to make meals of trilobites
Squid-like Orthoceratites (genus Orthoceras) attempt to make meals of trilobites of the species Asaphus kowalewskii at the bottom of an Ordovician sea 480 million years ago

Picture No. 10855129
Cook Strait Giant Weta (Deinacrida rugosa) Date:

Wentletrap sea snail shell C019 / 1325
Wentletrap sea snail shell. Shell of a precious wentletrap (Cirsostrema rugosum) sea snail. This species of predatory marine gastropod mollusc is found in the Indo-Pacific

Fossil coral C016 / 5619
Fossil (Kodonophyllum truncatum) coral. This specimen dates to the Silurian period and was found in Dudley, West Midlands, UK

Cyathophyllum sp. rugose coral
Shown here is a section through a well preserved Devonian solitary, rugose coral from Devon, England. The maximum diameter is 6 cm

Streptelasma, coral
A horn coral, the solitary rugosan Streptelasma from the Ordovician of the USA, measuring almost 4 cm in length

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"Exploring the Diverse World of Rugosa: From Coral Fungi to Ancient Fossils" Coral fungus varieties, known as rugosa, display a stunning array of colors and shapes in nature's artistic palette. Meet the rugose squat lobster or plated lobster (Munida rugosa), an intriguing marine creature with its unique exoskeleton and captivating appearance. The wrinkled rose (Rosa rugosa) enchants with its velvety petals and intoxicating fragrance, adding beauty to gardens around the world. Delve into the vibrant world of the coral tree (Erythrina crista-galli), where its fiery red blooms attract attention from afar. Discover the tangy delights of yellow mombin or hog plum (Spondias monbin), a tropical fruit that tantalizes taste buds with its juicy flesh. The shell of the endangered green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) showcases intricate patterns and serves as a symbol for conservation efforts worldwide. Witness nature's golden masterpiece through the yellow flowered Calceolaria rugosa, adorning landscapes with its delicate blossoms. Elm sidefoot mushrooms (Agaricus ulmarius 1) boast furrowed caps, offering a delectable treat for mushroom enthusiasts seeking culinary adventures. Encounter Western Australia's fascinating reptile, Tiliqua rugosa—also known as Bobtail Lizard or Shingleback Skink—with its distinctive stump-like tail and rugged appearance. Immerse yourself in history through engravings like those found in "The Pictorial Museum of Animated Nature, " capturing moments frozen in time for generations to appreciate. Observe western Australia's shingleback skink (Tiliqua rugosa) threateningly displaying an open mouth and blue tongue—a sight both mesmerizing and intimidating at once.