Conium Maculatum Collection

Conium maculatum, the hemlock or poison hemlock
Illustration of a Conium maculatum, the hemlock or poison hemlock

Paqusilahl-Qagyuhl, c1914. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Paqusilahl-Qagyuhl, c1914. Dancer representing Paqusilahl ("man of the ground embodiment"), wearing a mask and shirt covered with hemlock boughs, representing paqus, a wild man of the woods

Common Hemlock, Conium Maculatum (colour litho)
2802575 Common Hemlock, Conium Maculatum (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Common Hemlock, Conium Maculatum)

Hemlock Run Curve, Near Towanda, c. 1895. Creator: William H Rau
Hemlock Run Curve, Near Towanda, c. 1895

The Death of Socrates, 1790. Creator: Jean Francois Pierre Peyron
The Death of Socrates, 1790

Death of Socrates, 19th century. Creator: Anon
Death of Socrates, 19th century

The Death of Socrates, ca. 1749. Creator: Michel-Francois Dandre-Bardon
The Death of Socrates, ca. 1749

Socrates Drinking the Hemlock, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Socrates Drinking the Hemlock, 1890. Socrates (c470-399 BC), the first moral philosopher, sentenced to death by drinking a cup of poison hemlock at his own hand

British Poisonous Plants, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Cassell & Co
British Poisonous Plants, mid-late 19th century. 1. Water Hemlock (Cicuta virosa). 2. Hemlock (Conium maculatum). 3. Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea). 4. Cypress Spurge (Euphorbia Cyparissias). 5

Flowers: Hemlock, Iceland Moss, Ipecacuanha, Indian Hemp, Juniper, Lovage, c1940

Common Hemlock, c1891, (1891). Artist: Anne Pratt
Common Hemlock, c1891, (1891). From Wild Flowers, by Anne Pratt, 1891. [Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge, London, 1891]

Wild flowers Palestine Poison hemlock Conium maculatum
Wild flowers of Palestine. Poison hemlock (Conium maculatum L) 1900

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Conium maculatum; Common Hemlock

Conium maculatum, Common Hemlock

Hemlock - Conium maculatum (Cicuta) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542. Plate: Hemlock - Conium maculatum (Cicuta)

Botany, Apiaceae, Section of fruits of Coriander Coriandrum sativum; Hemlock Conium maculatum; Parsley Petroselinum
Botany - Apiaceae - Section of fruits of Coriander (Coriandrum sativum); Hemlock (Conium maculatum); Parsley (Petroselinum sativum)

Hemlock, 19th century artwork
Hemlock (Conium maculatum), 19th century artwork. These botanical drawings are from Text-book of forensic medicine and toxicology (London)

Hemlock (Conium maculatum)
Hemlock foliage (Conium maculatum). This plant is very poisonous. It contains toxic alkaloids which cause paralysis of the respiratory nerves, leading to death from suffocation

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"Conium maculatum: The Deadly Beauty of Hemlock" Hemlock, scientifically known as Conium maculatum, is a captivating yet treacherous plant that has intrigued artists and scientists throughout history. This poisonous herbaceous perennial, commonly referred to as poison hemlock or simply hemlock, holds a dark allure that has been captured in various forms of art. One such depiction is the intricate botanical illustration by Leonhart Fuchs from his renowned work "De historia stirpium. " With meticulous detail, Fuchs portrays the distinct features of this deadly plant, warning viewers of its potential dangers. The fascination with hemlock extends beyond illustrations. In historical paintings like "The Death of Socrates, " artists like Jean Francois Pierre Peyron and Jacques-Louis David immortalize the tragic demise of the great philosopher who chose to drink the lethal potion made from this very plant. These artworks serve as poignant reminders of both Socrates' intellectual legacy and the toxic power hidden within nature's creations. Even in more contemporary works like Cassell & Co's "British Poisonous Plants" or Anne Pratt's botanical artwork featuring common hemlock, there is an undeniable intrigue surrounding this perilous flora. Its delicate white flowers stand out against lush green foliage but belie its deadly potency. While it may be tempting to admire Conium maculatum for its aesthetic appeal alone, it is crucial to remember its true nature - a potent poison capable of causing paralysis and even death when ingested. As beautiful as it may appear on canvas or lithographs like William H Rau's portrayal of Hemlock Run Curve near Towanda, caution must always prevail when encountering this deceptively enchanting plant. Conium maculatum serves as a reminder that beauty can often hide danger beneath its alluring facade.