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Scurvy Grass Collection

Scurvy grass, also known as Cochlearia officinalis or Common Scurvygrass, is a fascinating plant with a rich history and diverse range of species

Background imageScurvy Grass Collection: Scurvy Grass (colour litho)

Scurvy Grass (colour litho)
3116915 Scurvy Grass (colour litho); (add.info.: Cochlearia officinalis, Cochlearia glastifolia Kohler's Medizinal-Pflanzen in naturgetreuen Abbildungen mit kurz erlauterndem Texte)

Background imageScurvy Grass Collection: Purple Loosestrife, Scurvy Grass, Water Lily, Houndstongue, Petitory of the Wall (colour litho)

Purple Loosestrife, Scurvy Grass, Water Lily, Houndstongue, Petitory of the Wall (colour litho)
6020687 Purple Loosestrife, Scurvy Grass, Water Lily, Houndstongue, Petitory of the Wall (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Purple Loosestrife)

Background imageScurvy Grass Collection: Watercress, Shepherds Purse, Scurvy Grass, 1951 (colour litho)

Watercress, Shepherds Purse, Scurvy Grass, 1951 (colour litho)
2919978 Watercress, Shepherds Purse, Scurvy Grass, 1951 (colour litho) by Inglis, Bessie D. (fl. 1927-1939); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageScurvy Grass Collection: Curtis British Entomology Plate 240

Curtis British Entomology Plate 240
Coleoptera: Berosus aericeps = Berosus signaticollis (Berosus Water-beetle) [Plant: Cochlearia anglica (English Scurvy-grass)] Date: 1824-39

Background imageScurvy Grass Collection: Curtis British Entomology Plate 127

Curtis British Entomology Plate 127
Coleoptera: Cassida salicorniae = Cassida vittata (Samphire Tortoise-beetle) [Plant: Cochlearia danica (Danish Scurvy-grass)] Date: 1824-39

Background imageScurvy Grass Collection: Cochlearia officinalis, (or Common Scurvygrass, scurvy-grass and spoonwort )

Cochlearia officinalis, (or Common Scurvygrass, scurvy-grass and spoonwort )
Illustration of a Cochlearia officinalis, (or Common Scurvygrass, scurvy-grass and spoonwort )

Background imageScurvy Grass Collection: Danish Scurvy-grass (Cochlearia danica) flowering, growing on coastal cliff, France, March

Danish Scurvy-grass (Cochlearia danica) flowering, growing on coastal cliff, France, March

Background imageScurvy Grass Collection: Common Scurvy-grass (Cochlearia officinalis) flowering, growing at base of wall on clifftop

Common Scurvy-grass (Cochlearia officinalis) flowering, growing at base of wall on clifftop, Orkney, Scotland, june

Background imageScurvy Grass Collection: Wildflowers along a coastal bank

Wildflowers along a coastal bank. Sea thrift (Armeria maritime, pink), bluebell (Enydmion non- scriptus) and scurvy grass (Cochlearia officinalis) on a steeply sloping bank

Background imageScurvy Grass Collection: Scurvy grass Cochlearia spp. Saltmarsh, Goldcliff, Gwent Levels, Newport, Wales, UK, Europe

Scurvy grass Cochlearia spp. Saltmarsh, Goldcliff, Gwent Levels, Newport, Wales, UK, Europe
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Scurvy grass, also known as Cochlearia officinalis or Common Scurvygrass, is a fascinating plant with a rich history and diverse range of species. Its vibrant presence can be seen in various lithographs and engravings, showcasing its beauty and importance. In one lithograph titled "Purple Loosestrife, Scurvy Grass, Water Lily, " scurvy grass stands out among other captivating plants like the water lily. Its delicate flowers and spoon-shaped leaves add a unique touch to any landscape. Another lithograph from 1951 called "Watercress, Shepherds Purse, Scurvy Grass" highlights the medicinal properties of this remarkable herb. Used for centuries as an herbal remedy for scurvy due to its high vitamin C content, it has been valued by many cultures throughout history. The significance extends beyond its medicinal uses. In Curtis British Entomology Plate 240 and Plate 127, we see how insects are attracted to this plant's blossoms. It serves as an essential food source for these creatures while adding splashes of color to their surroundings. Whether found flowering on coastal rocks in Ireland or growing at the base of walls on clifftops in Scotland or France during different seasons like June or March respectively - scurvy grass thrives in diverse environments. Its adaptability makes it a common sight along coastal banks worldwide. One particular species worth mentioning is Danish Scurvy-grass (Cochlearia danica), which adds its own charm when flowering on coastal cliffs in France during springtime. The resilience displayed by these plants showcases their ability to withstand harsh conditions while still providing beauty and sustenance.