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Alphonse Leon Collection

Introducing Alphonse Leon, a man with an extraordinary passion for botanical wonders

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Thale cress or arabidopsis, Arabidopsis thaliana

Thale cress or arabidopsis, Arabidopsis thaliana
Thale cress, mouse-ear cress or arabidopsis, Arabidopsis thaliana, Arabis thaliana, Arabette rameuse. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Soursop, Annona muricata

Soursop, Annona muricata
Soursop, graviola or guyabano tree, Annona muricata, Corossol a fruit herisse. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Purple pitcher plant or side-saddle flower

Purple pitcher plant or side-saddle flower, Sarracenia purpurea, Sarracenie pourpre. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Hedge mustard, Sisymbrium officinale

Hedge mustard, Sisymbrium officinale, Erysimum officinale, Velar. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: American tulip tree or tulipwood, Liriodendron tulipifera

American tulip tree or tulipwood, Liriodendron tulipifera, Tulipier de Virginie. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Bladder campion, Silene vulgaris

Bladder campion, Silene vulgaris, Silene inflata, Silene renfle. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Rocket or arugula, Eruca vesicaria

Rocket or arugula, Eruca vesicaria, Eruca sativa, Roquette cultivee. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Marsh marigold or kingcup, Caltha palustris

Marsh marigold or kingcup, Caltha palustris, Populage des marais. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Charles Louis Constans from Pierre Oscar Reveil

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Common sundew, Drosera rotundifolia

Common sundew, Drosera rotundifolia
Round-leaved sundew or common sundew, Drosera rotundifolia, Droserie a feuilles rondes.Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Elephant apple or chulta, Dillenia indica

Elephant apple or chulta, Dillenia indica, Dillenia speciosa, Dillenie elegante. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Bugbane or cohosh, Actaea cimicifuga

Bugbane or cohosh, Actaea cimicifuga, Cimicifuga foetida, Cimicaire fetide. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Mexican poppy or flowering thistle, Argemone mexicana

Mexican poppy or flowering thistle, Argemone mexicana, Argemone du Mexique. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Monk s-hood, aconite or wolfsbane

Monk s-hood, aconite or wolfsbane, Aconitum napellus, Aconit napel. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Wild daffodil or Lent lily, Narcissus pseudonarcissus

Wild daffodil or Lent lily, Narcissus pseudonarcissus, Narcissus pseudo-narcissus, Narcisse des pres. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Lilytree or Yulan magnolia, Magnolia denudata

Lilytree or Yulan magnolia, Magnolia denudata, Magnolia yulan, Magnolier yulan. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Leontice, Leontice leontopetalum

Leontice, Leontice leontopetalum, Leontice commune. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Common hepatica or liverwort, Anemone hepatica

Common hepatica or liverwort, Anemone hepatica, Hepatica triloba, Hepatique. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Charles Louis Constans from Pierre

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Barrenwort or bishops hat, Epimedium

Barrenwort or bishops hat, Epimedium alpinum, Epimede des alpes. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Caper bush or Flinders rose, Capparis spinosa

Caper bush or Flinders rose, Capparis spinosa, Caprier. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Turkish wartycabbage or Turkish rocket, Bunias orientalis

Turkish wartycabbage or Turkish rocket, Bunias orientalis, Bunias de Levant. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Stinking hellebore, Helleborus foetidus

Stinking hellebore, Helleborus foetidus, Ellebore fetide. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Corn spurry, Spergula arvensis

Corn spurry, Spergula arvensis, Spergule des champs. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Background imageAlphonse Leon Collection: Cowherb, Vaccaria hispanica, Vaccaria sessilifolia

Cowherb, Vaccaria hispanica, Vaccaria sessilifolia, Saponaire des Vaches. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar


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Introducing Alphonse Leon, a man with an extraordinary passion for botanical wonders. 🌿🌺 Alphonse's love for nature knows no bounds, and his collection of unique plants is truly awe-inspiring. One of his prized possessions is the Soursop (Annona muricata), a tropical fruit tree known for its deliciously tangy flavor and numerous health benefits. Next in line is the Purple Pitcher Plant or Side-Saddle Flower, a carnivorous plant that lures insects into its pitcher-shaped leaves to extract nutrients. Alphonse finds this fascinating adaptation simply mesmerizing. Thale Cress or Arabidopsis (Arabidopsis thaliana) also holds a special place in Alphonse's heart. This small flowering plant has become one of the most extensively studied organisms in genetics research due to its rapid life cycle and easily manipulated genome. Hedge Mustard (Sisymbrium officinale) adds a touch of wild beauty to Alphonse's garden. Its vibrant yellow flowers attract pollinators while providing medicinal properties that have been used since ancient times. The American Tulip Tree or Tulipwood (Liriodendron tulipifera) stands tall as another gem within Alphonse's green sanctuary. With its distinctive tulip-like flowers and fine-grained wood often used in furniture making, this majestic tree showcases both elegance and utility. Bladder Campion (Silene vulgaris), commonly found in meadows and grasslands, enchants visitors with its delicate white blooms that resemble inflated bladders. It serves as a reminder of nature's ability to create intricate designs even on seemingly simple plants. Rocket or Arugula (Eruca vesicaria) brings some zestful flavors to Alphonse's kitchen table. This leafy green vegetable adds peppery notes to salads and dishes while being packed with essential vitamins and minerals.