Cow Wheat Collection

Curtis British Entomology Plate 262
Coleoptera: Aphanisticus pusillus (Smallest Buprestid) [Plant: Melampyrum cristatum (Crested Cow-wheat)] Date: 1824-39

Common cow wheat Victorian botanical print by Anne Pratt
Common Cow-wheat (Melampyrum pratense) is a delicate yellow wildflower that brightens up the edges of acid woodland and heaths with deep golden flowers in the summer

Purple or field cow-wheat, Melampyrum arvense. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smiths English Botany, London, 1792

Crested cow-wheat, Melampyrum cristatum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smiths English Botany, London, 1791

Common cow-wheat, Melampyrum pratense. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smiths English Botany, London, 1793

Curtis British Entomology Plate 273
Hymenoptera: Philanthus androgynus = Philanthus triangulum [Plant: Melampyrum arvense (Purple Cow-wheat)] Date: 1824-39

Curtis British Entomology Plate 225
Lepidoptera: Speranza sylvaria = Itame (or Macaria) brunneata (Rannoch Looper) [Plant: Melampyrum pratense (Meadow Cow-wheat)] Date: 1824-39

Cow-Wheat or Melampyre (chromolitho)
2802978 Cow-Wheat or Melampyre (chromolitho) by Hulme, Frederick Edward (1841-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cow-Wheat or Melampyre)

Wart Cress, Crowfoot, Cow Wheat, Corn Marygold, Black Currant (colour litho)
6020686 Wart Cress, Crowfoot, Cow Wheat, Corn Marygold, Black Currant (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wart Cress, Crowfoot, Cow Wheat, Corn Marygold)

Field Cow-Wheat (Melampyrum arvense), Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Heath Fritillary (Melitaea athalia) adult, resting on Common Cow-wheat (Melampyrum pratense) larval foodplant in woodland, East Blean Woods National Nature Reserve, Kent, England, June

Field Cow-wheat (Melampyrum arvense) flowering, growing in traditional cornfield, College Lake Nature Reserve, Hertfordshire, England, June

A cow-wheat / brothers and sisters - Transylvania
ROG-13683 A cow-wheat / brothers and sisters Transylvania, Romania Melampyrum biharense Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Field Cow-wheat - in grassland above Mihai Viteazu
ROG-13676 Field Cow-wheat - in grassland above Mihai Viteazu Romania Melampyrum arvense Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Crested Cow-wheat - very rare in UK
ROG-13672 Crested Cow-wheat - very rare in UK Romania Melampyrum cristatum Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Small cow-wheat (Melampyrum sylvaticum)
Small cow-wheat flowers (Melampyrum sylvaticum). This endangered plant is very rare in the UK

Common cow-wheat (Melampyrum pratense)
Common cow-wheat flowers (Melampyrum pratense). Photographed in woodland in Devon, UK

Common cow-wheat (Melampyrum pratense) in woodland, Devon
ROG-12591 Common cow-wheat in woodland Devon, UK Melampyrum pratense Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Small cow-wheat (Melampyrum sylvaticum); very rare in UK
ROG-12592 Small cow-wheat very rare in UK Melampyrum sylvaticum Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

A cow-wheat (Melampyrum nemorosum), from Sweden and the Alps
ROG-12792 A cow-wheat from Sweden and the Alps Melampyrum nemorosum Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common Cow-wheat
ME-1706 Common Cow-wheat Melampyrum pratense Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Wood Cow-wheat
ME-1726 Wood Cow-wheat Melampyrum nemorosum Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Field cow-wheat. Very rare in UK
ROG-11471 Field cow-wheat Very rare in UK Melampyrum arvense Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Black-veined White Butterfly - on Field cow-wheat (Melampyrum arv) - France
ME-1896 Black-veined White Butterfly - on Field cow-wheat (Melampyrum arv) France Aporia crataegi Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Cow Wheat: A Victorian Botanical Wonder" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of cow wheat, a captivating plant that once graced the pages of Curtis British Entomology. Plate 262 showcases the mesmerizing beauty of this botanical gem, also known as purple or field cow-wheat (Melampyrum arvense). Anne Pratt's exquisite Victorian botanical print further unveils the allure of common cow-wheat (Melampyrum pratense), with its delicate blossoms dancing gracefully across the page. Its cousin, crested cow-wheat (Melampyrum cristatum), takes center stage on Plate 273, showcasing nature's artistry at its finest. Cow-Wheat or Melampyre, depicted in a stunning chromolitho artwork, reveals its vibrant colors and intricate details. This versatile plant has earned various names throughout history - Wart Cress, Crowfoot, Corn Marygold - each reflecting its unique characteristics. Beyond its aesthetic appeal lies a rich history steeped in medicinal and herbal uses. Cow wheat has long been revered for its healing properties and is celebrated among traditional remedies. The color litho depiction highlights how it was valued alongside black currant for their therapeutic benefits. Found across Bavaria, Germany, Europe stands Field Cow-Wheat (Melampyrum arvense) – an emblematic symbol of resilience amidst nature's tapestry. Its presence reminds us of our deep connection to the land and serves as a reminder to cherish our natural surroundings. As we explore these historical references to cow wheat through centuries-old illustrations and descriptions from renowned botanists like Curtis British Entomology and Anne Pratt's works; we are transported into an era where appreciation for nature's wonders prevailed. Let us marvel at this extraordinary plant that continues to captivate hearts with its timeless beauty while offering solace through generations as both a visual delight and a source of healing.