Ferula Collection

Ferula persica
5855131 Ferula persica; (add.info.: Ferula persica. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G. Reid and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Giant fennel (Ferula communis) flowering umbels. Cyprus. April

Giant fennel - Italy, Sicily, Messina, Eolian Islands, Stromboli, south shore

Giant fennel and tree spurge - Italy, Sicily, Messina, Eolian Islands, Stromboli, south shore

White flowered gigantic fennel or asafetida, Ferula assafoetida
5856636 White flowered gigantic fennel or asafetida, Ferula assafoetida by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: White flowered gigantic fennel or asafetida, Ferula assafoetida)

Dryad, striped grayling and great sooty satyr
Dryad, Minois dryas, striped grayling, Hipparchia fidia, and great sooty satyr, Satyrus ferula. Handcoloured steel engraving by the Pauquet brothers after an illustration by Alexis Nicolas Noel

Villous deadly carrot, Thapsia villosa, and giant fennel, Ferula communis. A herb with leaves like fennel called Thapsia. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam

Asafoetida, Ferula foetida (Ferula scorodosma). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887

Asafetida, gum resin from the Ferula assa-foetida. Handcoloured lithograph by Henry Sowerby from Edward Hamiltons Flora Homeopathica, Bailliere, London, 1852

Sumbul, Ferula moschata
Sumbul, sumbal or muskroot, Ferula moschata (Ferula sumbul). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants

Galbanum, Ferula gummosa
Galbanum or kassnih, Ferula gummosa (Ferula gambanifolia). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants

Persian asafoetida, Ferula foetida
Persian asafoetida, anguzch, sassyk karai or kawar, Ferula foetida (Ferula scorodosma). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Tibetan asafoetida or sip, Ferula narthex. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880

Asafoetida, Ferula rubricaulis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Asafoetida, Ferula assa-foetida. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Giant Canary Fennel, Ferula, Ferula linkii
Giant Canary Fennel, Ferula linkii, Plant growing outdoor in rugged landscape.-

Papal Cross At Phoenix Park; Dublin, Ireland

Ferula scorodosma
Antique illustration of Ferula scorodosma

Ferula assafoetida (Asafoetida), lumps and crushed pieces

Ferula galbaniflua, galbanum
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Ferula linkii - a tall perennial herb in full flower. Height up to 3m. Botanical Gardens. Las Palmas, Gran Canaria
DAD-1862 Ferula linkii - a tall perennial herb in full flower. Height up to 3m. Botanical Gardens. Las Palmas, Gran Canaria. February

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"Ferula: Exploring the Fascinating World of Giant Fennel and More" Discover the enchanting world of Ferula, a genus of plants that includes giant fennel, tree spurge, and various other intriguing species. Found primarily in Italy, Sicily, Messina, Eolian Islands, Stromboli, and the south shore regions, these plants offer a captivating sight for nature enthusiasts. One notable member is the giant fennel or asafetida (Ferula assafoetida), known for its white flowers and impressive size. Its presence adds beauty to landscapes while also providing medicinal benefits. Additionally, it attracts unique butterfly species like the dryad, striped grayling, and great sooty satyr. Another fascinating plant within this genus is the villous deadly carrot (Thapsia villosa). Despite its dangerous-sounding name due to its toxicity when consumed by animals or humans without proper preparation or dosage control – it still holds an allure with its striking appearance. Asafoetida (Ferula foetida) is another noteworthy member family. This gum resin derived from Ferula assa-foetida has been used for centuries in cooking as a flavor enhancer and digestive aid. It adds a distinct aroma to dishes while offering numerous health benefits. Sumbul (Ferula moschata) and galbanum (Ferula gummosa) are two more intriguing members of this diverse group. Sumbul is valued for its musky fragrance often used in perfumes and incense production. Galbanum's resin has been utilized since ancient times in traditional medicine due to its healing properties. The Persian asafoetida (Ferula foetida), Tibetan asafoetida or sip (Ferula narthex), and Asafetida from Ferula rubricaulis are other variations of this versatile plant.