Amaryllideae Collection

Princess Victoria Louise, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Princess Victoria Louise, between c1910 and c1915. Shows Princess Victoria Louise of Prussia (1892-1980), daughter of Kaiser Wilhelm II

Amaryllis (Hippeastrum), 1596-1610. Creators: Anselmus de Boodt, Elias Verhulst
Amaryllis (Hippeastrum), 1596-1610. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II

Tulip, columbine and amaryllis, 1792-1861. Creator: Georgius Jacobus Johannes van Os
Tulip, columbine and amaryllis, 1792-1861

Amaryllis Formosissima, 1817. Creator: CJ Kruimel
Amaryllis Formosissima, 1817

Haemanthus coccineus L. (Blood flower), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Haemanthus coccineus L. (Blood flower), 1777-1786

Haemanthus coccineus L. (Blood flower), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Haemanthus coccineus L. (Blood flower), 1777-1786

Cyranthus obliquus (L.f.) Aiton (Knysna lily), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Cyranthus obliquus (L.f.) Aiton (Knysna lily), 1777-1786

Nerine humilis (Jacq.) Herb. (Amaryllis humilis), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Nerine humilis (Jacq.) Herb. (Amaryllis humilis), 1777-1786

Pancratium Speciosum, Plate 47 from A Selection of Hexandrian Plants
1275220 Pancratium Speciosum, Plate 47 from A Selection of Hexandrian Plants, published R Havell, London, 1831-1834 (hand-coloured engraving) by Bury

Pancratium Amboinense, Plate 20 from A Selection of Hexandrian Plants
1275217 Pancratium Amboinense, Plate 20 from A Selection of Hexandrian Plants, published R. Havell, London, 1831-34 (hand-coloured engraving) by Bury

Pancratium Speciosum, 1831-1834
Pancratium Speciosum, Plate 47. from A Selection of Hexandrian Plants, pub. R Havell, London, 1831-1834 (hand-coloured engraving)

Pancratium Amboinense, 1831-1834
Pancratium Amboinense, Plate 20. from A Selection of Hexandrian Plants, pub. R. Havell, London, 1831-1834 (hand-coloured engraving)

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Blooming Beauty: Amaryllideae, the majestic family of flowering plants. With over 170 species to marvel at, this group is truly a sight to behold. From the showy trumpet-shaped blooms of Amaranth (Amaranthus spp.) to the delicate, lacy fronds of Maranta (Maranta spp.), each member brings its own unique charm and beauty. But it's not just their looks that make them special - many they have adapted remarkable strategies for survival, such as storing water in their stems or producing chemical defenses against predators. Whether you're a seasoned botanist or simply someone who appreciates the simple joys of nature, these plants are sure to captivate and inspire. So take a moment to appreciate the intricate details, vibrant colors, and sheer diversity - they truly are a blooming wonder.