Drupe Collection

Putty or lentisk, Pistacia lentiscus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell from Samuel Curtis' Botanical
FLO4608930 Putty or lentisk, Pistacia lentiscus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell from Samuel Curtis' Botanical Magazine, London, 1818.; (add.info.: Putty or lentisk)

Indian berry tree, Anamirta cocculus (Anamirta paniculata) with Cocculus indicus fruit
FLO4995125 Indian berry tree, Anamirta cocculus (Anamirta paniculata) with Cocculus indicus fruit. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants

Olive tree, Olea europaea
5855036 Olive tree, Olea europaea; (add.info.: Leaves, fruit, drupe and flowers of the olive tree, Olea europaea. Handcolored stipple engraving from a botanical illustration by Pancrace Bessa)

Almond tree, Prunus dulcis (Amygdalus communis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr
FLO4563646 Almond tree, Prunus dulcis (Amygdalus communis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus' Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Cocoa Plant, Caterpillar, Butterflies, 1705 Illustration showing cocoa plant, caterpillar, pupa and butterflies. Illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717)

Cinnamon tree, Laurus cinnamomum
5856747 Cinnamon tree, Laurus cinnamomum by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: White-flowered Cinnamon tree with purple drupe, Laurus cinnamomum)

Indian berry tree, Anamirta cocculus (Anamirta paniculata) with Cocculus indicus fruit. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants

Mastic or lentisk, Pistacia lentiscus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell from Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1818

Almond tree, Prunus dulcis (Amygdalus communis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Page 200. Elaeocarpus reticulatus, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670557 Page 200. Elaeocarpus reticulatus, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Plants, Trees, Winged Sumac
Winged sumac, Rhus copallinum, drupes of red fruit berries on leafy braches of a tree in autumn against a blue sky

coffea arabica, coffee, red subject
Coffea arabica Coffee Red subject

Mastic Tree (Pistacia lentiscus) plant with flower, leaf and drupe, illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Branch with ripe Wild Cherries or Sweet Cherries -Prunus avium-, Pretzfeld, Franconian Switzerland, Upper Franconia, Franconia, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Organic Wild cherry, Sweet cherry or Gean -Prunus avium-, Allgaeu, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Guelder Rose -Viburnum opulus-, red berries, Thuringia, Germany

Cherries in a bowl

Box of cherries at a market stall

Cherries, background

Baskets of cherries at a market stall

Cherries, Styria, Austria, Europe

Peppercorns laid out to dry, Kerala, India, South Asia, Asia

Common or Sweet Almond ( Amygdalus commonus or Prunus Dulcis) small deciduous tree widely grown for the kernel of its fruit. From Amedee Masclef Atlas des Plantes de France, Paris, 1893

Fruit cut in half, pear, fig, plum and nectarine

Eight cherries

Four peaches

Cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) plant with flower, leaf and drupe, illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Mango trees (Mangifera indica) plant with flower and drupe, illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Chrysophyllum boivianum plant with flower, leaf and drupe, illustration
Botany - Trees - Sapotaceae - Chrysophyllum boivianum plant with flower, leaf and drupe, illustration

Trema (Trema orientalis) plant with flower, leaf and drupe, illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Uapaca thouarsii plant with flower, leaf and drupe, illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Persian Lilac (Melia azedarach) plant with flower, leaf and drupe, illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Apricots (Prunus armeniaca) C014 / 1150
Apricots (Prunus armeniaca)

Nettle tree (Celtis australis), artwork C016 / 3409
Nettle tree (Celtis australis). Artwork of a European nettle tree, or Mediterranean hackberry, (Celtis australis, left), with a close-up showing berries on a branch (right)

Pistacia lentiscus fruiting, artwork C016 / 3308
Pistacia lentiscus fruiting, artwork

Dates in a box

Lychee fruit (Litchi chinensis) in a brown paper bag

Black walnuts. Fallen fruit of the eastern black walnut (Juglans nigra) tree. Photographed in a botanic garden in Lazio, Italy, in autumn

Frosted Viburnum fruit. The fruit of the Viburnum plant is a spherical drupe that can be a range of colours, but here is red

Elderberries (Sambucus nigra)
Elderberries. Technically these are not berries. They are drupes, which are fleshy fruit with the seed inside. The Elder (Sambucus nigra) is a small tree frequently found in hedgerows

Oil palm fruits
Malaysia, Sarawak, Borneo, oil palm fruits (Elaeis guineensis) in a pile. The fruit of this plant occurs in clusters on short stems contains oils that is used in food products

Oil palm tree with fruits
Malaysia, Sarawak, Borneo, oil palm tree with fruits

Tea viburnum (Viburnum setigerum)
Tea viburnum fruits (Viburnum setigerum)

Guelder rose berries (Viburnum opulus). Photographed in autumn

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Drupe: Nature's Bounty in a Nutshell From the Black Mulberry to the Cinnamon tree they can a diverse and delicious group of fruits. These small wonders come in all shapes, sizes, and flavors, making them a favorite among both humans and animals alike. Take the Sprig of the coffee tree for example - its beans give us that much-needed morning boost. And let's not forget about the Indian berry tree, whose berries have been used for centuries in traditional medicine. The Mastic or lentisk is another drupe worth mentioning. Its resin has been prized since ancient times for its unique flavor and medicinal properties. Similarly, the Almond tree provides us with one of nature's healthiest snacks - almonds. On page 200 of Elaeocarpus reticulatus' botanical illustration from c. 1803-06, we can admire the intricate beauty of this drupe-bearing plant. The Winged Sumac also adds a touch of elegance to any landscape with its vibrant foliage. But perhaps no other drupe is as iconic as coffea arabica - responsible for our beloved cup of joe. Whether it's enjoyed black or with milk and sugar, coffee brings people together around the world. Let's not overlook the Coconut tree either - its versatile fruit gives us coconut water, oil, milk, and even flour. Talk about nature's multitasker. And who can resist biting into a juicy Wild Cherry? From Pretzfeld to Allgaeu in Germany, these organic delights bring sweetness to our lives while reminding us of Mother Nature's generosity. Whether you're sipping on coffee or enjoying some almond butter toast under a coconut palm tree – remember that behind every tasty treat lies an incredible drupe.