Gossypium Collection

Gossypium barbadense, cotton plant
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Sea Island Cotton, Gossypium barbadense. Colour plate by David Blair, F.L.S. from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen, Medicinal Plants Vol 1 (Nos. 1-69) Ranunculace to Anacardiace? Date: 1880

Cotton - Gossypium: different varieties formed basis of cotton production in widespread parts of the world
533355 Cotton - Gossypium: different varieties formed basis of cotton production in widespread parts of the world, including India, China, Egypt, America

Mexican cotton, Gossypium hirsutum
Upland cotton or Mexican cotton, Gossypium hirsutum. (Gossypium tricuspidatum, Gossypium religiosum, Cotone di tre punte)

European sea heath, Frankenia pulverulenta. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence

Sea island cotton plant, Gossypium barbadense. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887

Tree cotton, Gossypium arboreum, Cotoninier. Handcoloured steel engraving by Debray after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Common cotton, Gossypium herbaceum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London

Chinese man bowing cotton, Qing Dynasty
Chinese man bowing cotton to remove husks, Qing Dynasty. He uses a bamboo frame to bow the cotton to remove dirt from the cotton down

Levant cotton and tea plant
Levant cotton plant, Gossypium herbaceum, and tea plant, Camellia sinensis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Christian Muller from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs

Sea Island cotton, Gossypium barbadense. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880

Cotton (engraving)
5221708 Cotton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cotton. From Illustrations of Useful Arts and Manufactures by Charles Tomlinson (SPCK)

Gossypium - cotton plant, 1823. Artist: Neale and Son
Gossypium - cotton plant, 1823. Different varieties formed the basis of cotton production in widespread parts of the world, including India, China, Egypt and America

Cotton Plant, Gossypium hirsutum, cotton field, Lubbock, Panhandle, Texas, USA

Indigofera cotton plant Gossypium Indigo twig
Indigofera and cotton plant (Gossypium) A. Indigo twig. B. Kottoen twig (title on object), Indigofera and cotton plant. Pasted leaf in: Anselmi Boetii de Boot I.C. Brugensis & Rodolphi II. Imp

Ripe fruit capsules of the cotton plant -Gossypium herbaceum-

Silk cotton tree at St. Thomas, West Indies
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876), funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Silk Cotton tree, St. Thomas, West Indies 1873
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876), funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Levant and Tree cotton
Gossypium herbaceum (Levant cotton) and Gossypium arboreum (tree cotton) Date: 1839

Picture No. 10889236
Cotton field - a field of cotton ready for cropping (Gossypium) Date:

Picture No. 10889234
Cotton field - a field of cotton ready for cropping (Gossypium) Date:

Picture No. 10889237
Cotton plant - a field of cotton ready for cropping (Gossypium) Date:

Picture No. 10889235
Cotton field - a field of cotton ready for cropping (Gossypium) Date:

Cotton - Gossypium: different varieties formed basis of cotton production in widespread parts of the world, including India, China, Egypt, America. Hand-coloured engraving 1823

DuPont and agricultural research, 1953 C019 / 1285
DuPont and agricultural research. Front cover artwork for the DuPont Magzine issue of June-July 1953. The artwork was drawn for that issues lead story Food for the fifth plate

Gossypium barbadense, sea cotton
One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall of the Natural History Museum, London. Showing Gossypium barbadense, sea cotton

Onopordum acanthium, cotton thistle
One of the 36 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the North Hall at the Natural History Museum, London

Dendroica castanea, bay-breasted warbler
Plate 69 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Decorative ceiling panels in the Natural History Museums Ce
Coffee, tobacco and cotton - three of the 162 plant designs which form the ceiling decoration of the Central Hall. The plants are of economic or medicinal importance

Bombax heptaphyllum, silk-cotton tree
Illustration from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, 1800. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Gopypium beligiosum, nankin cotton
Plate 9 by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928). Held at the Natural History Museum, London

Bombax pentandrum, silk cotton
Illustration by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928). Held at the Natural History Museum, London

Gossypium barbadense, cotton
A photograph of one of the decorative ceiling panels from the roof of the Natural History Museums Central Hall. Show open bolls and flowers of the Gossypium barbadense, cotton plant

Gossypium arboreum, tree cotton
Duchess of Beauforts Hortus Siccus, 133: 67 (Sloane Herbarium)

Sayornis phoebe, eastern phoebe
Plate 120 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Cotton winding sheet
Collected during the archaeological excavation at Christ Church, Spitalfields, London, 1984-1986

Gossypium acuminatum, cotton
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Gossypium (Cotton)
COTTON PLANT showing flower, seed and the fibre covering the seed which is the basis of cotton products Date: 19th century

Cotton and synthetic fibres, SEM
Cotton and synthetic underwear fibres. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cotton and polyurethane mixture of fibres woven to form part of a womans underwear item

Cotton stem, light micrograph
Cotton stem. Light micrograph of a cross-section through a cotton (Gossypium sp.) stem. There is a large area of central pith surrounded by secondary xylem (light green)

Cotton boll weevil and cotton plant
Boll weevil (Anthonomus grandis) with cotton plant (Gossypium sp.). The boll weevil is the most destructive cotton pest in North America. The adult insects measure 3-8.5 mm long

Plants / Gossypium Sp
MALE COTTON PLANT found in Chile

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"Gossypium: The Versatile Cotton Plant" Gossypium, commonly known as the cotton plant, is a fascinating botanical wonder that has played a significant role in shaping our history and economy. With various species such as Gossypium barbadense (Sea Island Cotton), Gossypium hirsutum (Mexican cotton), Gossypium arboreum (Tree cotton), and Gossypium herbaceum (Common cotton), this versatile plant has captured the attention of civilizations throughout time. One of the most sought-after varieties is Sea Island Cotton, scientifically known as Gossypium barbadense. Renowned for its exceptional quality fibers, it has been cultivated on the islands of Barbados since ancient times. Its silky texture and lustrous sheen make it highly desirable in luxury textiles. Another notable species is Mexican cotton or Gossypium hirsutum, which thrives in warmer climates. This type of cotton boasts robust fibers used extensively in textile production worldwide. Interestingly, during the Qing Dynasty in China, there was even a unique practice called "Chinese man bowing cotton. " It involved individuals manually picking up fallen pieces of lint from harvested fields to ensure no waste occurred—a testament to their dedication towards maximizing resources. The historical significance doesn't end there; Levant cotton and tea plants were often grown side by side due to their complementary growth patterns. This strategic cultivation allowed farmers to optimize land usage while reaping benefits from both crops simultaneously. Engravings depicting various stages of cultivating and processing cotton have provided invaluable insights into traditional practices passed down through generations. These visual representations showcase how humans have mastered techniques like harvesting sprigs from mature plants with precision—highlighting our deep connection with nature's bounty. As we marvel at these captivating glimpses into gossypium's rich heritage, let us appreciate its enduring impact on global trade and fashion industries alike.