Nipplewort Collection

Greater celandine or tetterwort, Chelidonium majus. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller
FLO4995180 Greater celandine or tetterwort, Chelidonium majus. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants

Nipplewort, Lapsana communis
5855810 Nipplewort, Lapsana communis; (add.info.: Nipplewort, Lapsana communis. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora), Stockholm

greater celandine, nipplewort, swallowwort, Chelidonium
Antique illustration of a Medicinal and Herbal Plants. illustration was published in 1887 botanical atlas scan by Ivan Burmistrov

Greater celandine, Chelidonium majus, Chelidoine commune
5324525 Greater celandine, Chelidonium majus, Chelidoine commune by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Greater celandine, Chelidonium majus, Chelidoine commune)

Cut-Leaved Mignonette, Mugwort, Nipplewort, Hedge Mustard, 1951 (colour litho)
2919976 Cut-Leaved Mignonette, Mugwort, Nipplewort, Hedge Mustard, 1951 (colour litho) by Inglis, Bessie D. (fl. 1927-1939); Private Collection; (add.info)

Nipplewort, Lapsana communis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1801

Greater celandine or tetterwort, Chelidonium majus. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler

Nipplewort (chromolitho)
2802923 Nipplewort (chromolitho) by Hulme, Frederick Edward (1841-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nipplewort. Illustration for Familiar Wild Flowers by F Edward Hulme (Cassell)

Nipplewort (engraving)
2806945 Nipplewort (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nipplewort. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

Chelidonium majus, (commonly known as greater celandine, nipplewort, swallowwort, or tetterwort)
Illustration of a Chelidonium majus, (commonly known as greater celandine, nipplewort, swallowwort, or tetterwort

Celandine poison plant engraving 1857
A History of the Vegetable Kingdom by Wlliiam Rhind 1855

Nipplewort, Lapsana communis, seedling with one true leaf

Nipplewort - flowers - Lower Saxony - Germany
USH-4851 Nipplewort - flowers Lower Saxony - Germany Lapsana communis Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Nipplewort: A Delicate Wildflower with Many Names" Nestled among the vibrant meadows and woodlands, the enchanting nipplewort (Chelidonium majus) captivates with its dainty petals and intriguing aliases. Also known as greater celandine, swallowwort, or tetterwort, this petite herbaceous plant holds a rich history in botanical folklore. With its scientific name derived from the Greek word "chelidon, " meaning swallow, nipplewort is believed to bloom when these migratory birds return home. Its delicate yellow flowers resemble tiny sunbursts against a backdrop of lush green leaves. This wildflower's beauty has been immortalized in various artistic renditions throughout history. In traditional herbal medicine, nipplewort was highly regarded for its healing properties. The milky sap that oozes from its stems was once used to treat skin ailments like warts and eczema – hence one of its common names, tetterwort. However, it should be noted that while some parts of the plant have medicinal uses, others contain toxic compounds. Nipplewort's close relative, greater celandine (Chelidoine commune), shares similar characteristics but boasts distinct qualities of its own. Both plants belong to the poppy family and possess captivating yellow blossoms; however, their growth habits differ slightly. Found across Europe and Asia Minor, nipplewort thrives in diverse habitats such as grasslands and disturbed areas, and is often seen dotting landscapes with pops of golden hues during springtime. Meanwhile, cut-leaved mignonette (Lapsana communis), another member of this botanical family sometimes referred to as nipplewort due to visual similarities in leaf shape. As we wander through Lower Saxony's picturesque countryside in Germany or explore historical engravings depicting nature's wonders from centuries past – we may stumble upon intricate illustrations showcasing this charming wildflower alongside other flora native to the region.