Limonium Collection

Established saltmarsh with Common sea lavender (Limonium vulgare) growing on saltmarsh, Abbotts Hall Farm Nature Reserve, Essex, UK, July

Lavender, Sea Lavender, Lavandula, Mint, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Lavender, Sea Lavender, Lavandula, Mint, Victorian Botanical Illustration, from The Flowering Plants and Ferns of Great Britain, Published in 1846

Sea lavender, Limonium vulgare (Statice limonium). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smiths English Botany, London, 1793

Wild beet, Beta sylvestris, and wintergreen, Pyrola minor. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Sea lavender, Limonium bonducellii (Statice bonduelli). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Limonium puberulum (Downy statice, Statice puberula). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from Benjamin Maund and the Rev

Sea lavender, Limonium sinuatum (Purple-cup t statice or thrift, Statice sinuata). Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical

Marsh rosemary or sea lavender, Limonium carolinianum (Statice caroliniana). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Lemon, Citrus limon (Citrus limonium Risso). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Curtis British Entomology Plate 47
Coleoptera: Pogonus burrellii = Pogonus luridipennis (Burrellian Pogonus) [Plant: Statice limonium (Lavender Thrift)] Date: 1824-39

Upright Spiked Sea Lavender, c1891, (1891). Artist: Anne Pratt
Upright Spiked Sea Lavender, c1891, (1891). From Wild Flowers, by Anne Pratt, 1891. [Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge, London, 1891]

Limonium sinuatum (Statice) flowers being cut at base, using secateurs, close-up

Illustration of Limonium vulgare (Common sea-lavender), leaves and pink flowers

Picture No. 10755081
An ornamental sea-lavender (Limonium sinuatum) Date:

Picture No. 10893122
Sea Lavender (Limonium vulgare) Date:

Limonium recurvum, sea lavendar
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

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"Discover the Beauty of Limonium: From Saltmarsh to Victorian Botanical Illustrations" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Limonium, commonly known as sea lavender. This resilient plant thrives in established saltmarshes, adding a touch of vibrant purple with its delicate blooms. The scientific name for this captivating species is Limonium vulgare. Often mistaken for true lavender (Lavandula), sea lavender belongs to a different botanical family altogether. Its unique appearance and mint-like fragrance make it a standout among other coastal flora. Victorian botanical illustrations beautifully capture the essence of sea lavender, showcasing its intricate details and graceful form. These timeless artworks by talented artists like Anne Pratt transport us back to an era when nature's wonders were meticulously documented. Sea lavender comes in various forms, each possessing its own allure. Limonium bonducellii boasts stunning clusters of flowers that captivate with their ethereal beauty. Meanwhile, Limonium puberulum showcases tiny blossoms that create an exquisite tapestry on marshy landscapes. Limonium sinuatum enchants with its elegant spikes adorned with countless petite petals resembling delicate waves frozen in time. Marsh rosemary or sea lavender (Limonium carolinianum) adds a touch of sophistication to any coastal setting, boasting slender stems crowned by clusters of dainty blooms. While not related botanically, it's interesting to note that lemon (Citrus limon) shares part of its scientific name - "limon. " However, these two plants couldn't be more distinct; one delights our senses through sight and scent while the other tantalizes our taste buds. The abundance and diversity of sea lavenders are showcased at Abbotts Hall Farm Nature Reserve in Essex, England. Here you can witness firsthand the breathtaking display created by common sea lavender (Limonium vulgare), painting the landscape with shades of purple against a backdrop of salty marshes.