Frangula Collection

Alder buckthorn, Rhamnus frangula
5855994 Alder buckthorn, Rhamnus frangula; (add.info.: Alder buckthorn, Rhamnus frangula. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora)

Berry-bearing alder tree, Frangula alnus (Rhamnus frangula). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1795

Alder buckthorn or glossy buckthorn, Frangula alnus. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Gooseberry, Ribes uva-crispa, and alder buckthorn, Rhamnus frangula. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Cascara buckthorn or bearberry, Frangula purshiana (Rhamnus purshiana). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler

Chinese buckthorn, Frangula alnus
La Frangula de la Chine. Chinese buckthorn, Frangula alnus. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Collection precieuse et enluminee des fleurs les plus belles et les plus curieuses

Alder buckthorn, Frangula alnus (Rhamnus frangula). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Curtis British Entomology Plate 286
Coleoptera: Trichius variabilis = Gnoremus variabilis (8-spotted Oak-beetle) [Plant: Rhamnus frangula (Alder Buckthorn)] Date: 1824-39

Illustration, Rhopalocera -- Thais Cerisyi, Gonepteryx Cleopatra, Euchloe Belemia, Zegris Eupheme, Argynnis Laodice, Vanessa Levana, Vanessa Ichnusa, Spilothyrus Lavaterae, Pamphila Nostrodamus

Picture No. 10899551
Alder Buckthorn - in autumn - leaves and berries (Frangula alnus) Date:

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Frangula, also known as the berry-bearing alder tree or alder buckthorn, is a fascinating plant species that holds numerous secrets within its branches. With its scientific name Frangula alnus, this tree belongs to the family Rhamnaceae and can be found in various regions across the globe. One of the intriguing aspects is its ability to bear berries. These small fruits are not only visually appealing but also serve as a vital food source for many animals. The glossy buckthorn variety (Frangula alnus) and gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa) often share their habitat with frangula, creating a diverse ecosystem where different species coexist harmoniously. Another notable member of the frangula family is cascara buckthorn or bearberry (Frangula purshiana). This particular type has been used for centuries due to its medicinal properties. Its bark contains compounds that have been traditionally employed as a natural laxative. Chinese buckthorn (Frangula alnus), another variant of this versatile plant, showcases how it adapts to different environments around the world. Whether it's growing in Europe or Asia, frangulas continue to thrive and contribute to their ecosystems' biodiversity. The beauty of these trees has captured artists' attention throughout history. Curtis British Entomology Plate 286 features an illustration showcasing butterflies fluttering near an alder buckthorn branch—a testament to nature's intricate connections between plants and insects. Moreover, Dendrometridae - Phytometridae provides us with yet another stunning depiction of an alder buckthorn specimen—an artwork that highlights both scientific accuracy and artistic flair. Whether you're marveling at Frangula's vibrant berries or appreciating its role in supporting wildlife diversity, this remarkable tree never fails to captivate our senses.