Polypodium Vulgare Collection

Antique botany illustration: Polypody Fern, Polypodium vulgare

Plants (Cryptogamae), chromolithograph, published in 1889
Plants (Cryptogamae): 1) Field horsetail (Equisetum arvense); 2) Wall-rue (Asplenium ruta-muraria); 3) Polypody (Polypodium vulgare); 4) Hair moss (Polytrichum commune); 5

Polypodium vulgare, the common polypody
Illustration of a Polypodium vulgare, the common polypody

Common polypody
Polypodium vulgare. Photographic image of an original antique illustration by Sowerby published in 1860s in The English Botany

Polypodium vulgare British Anna Atkins 1799 1871
Polypodium vulgare, British; Anna Atkins (British, 1799 - 1871); England; 1853; Cyanotype; 25.4 × 19.4 cm (10 × 7 5, 8 in.)

Fern, common polypody (Polypodium vulgare) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542. Plate: Fern, common polypody (Polypodium vulgare)

Common polypody (Polypodium vulgare) C017 / 7527
Common polypody (Polypodium vulgare) growing with moss on a stone wall

Fern (Polypodium vulgare), artwork C016 / 6010
Fern (Polypodium vulgare). Page 2 from The Ferns of Sidmouth (1862) by Peter Orlando Hutchinson. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Polypody (Polypodium vulgare), artwork C016 / 3436
Common polypody (Polypodium vulgare), artwork

Scolopendrium officinarum, Polypodium valgare, Asplenium can
Penfold, Jane Wallas, 1845. Madeira Flowers, Fruits and Ferns. London: Reeve Brothers. Plate 20

Polypodium vulgare, fern
Page 2 from The Ferns of Sidmouth (1862) by Peter Orlando Hutchinson. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Polypody fern sori (Polypodium vulgare)
Sori on the underside of fronds of the common polypody fern, Polypodium vulgare. The life cycle of a fern consists of alternating generations of which the green fern " plant" is the asexual

Evergreen plants. A common polypody fern (Polypodium vulgare) is at left and a stinking hellebore plant (Helleborus foetidus) is at right. The stinking hellebore plant is poisonous

Polypody fern (Polypodium vulgare). Photographed in Scotland, UK, in November

Fern fronds and sori
Fertile fern fronds. Collection of various species of fern, upturned to reveal the sori. Left to right: polypody (Polypodium vulgare), male fern (Dryptoteris filix-mas)

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"Discover the Timeless Beauty of Polypodium Vulgare: An Antique Botany Illustration" Step back in time with this stunning antique botany illustration featuring Polypody Fern, also known as Polypodium vulgare. Published in 1889, this chromolithograph showcases the intricate details and delicate beauty of this fascinating plant. Leonhart Fuchs, a renowned botanist, immortalized the common polypody fern in his work "De historia stirpium. " The colored engraving from 1542 captures its essence with remarkable precision. Its vibrant green fronds gracefully unfurl, creating an enchanting display that has captivated nature enthusiasts for centuries. Polypodium vulgare, commonly referred to as the common polypody or simply polypody, is a species that holds great significance in British botanical history. Anna Atkins herself was inspired by its elegance and included it in her pioneering cyanotype photographic works during the 19th century. This artwork not only showcases the aesthetic appeal but also highlights its importance within the world of plants (Cryptogamae). As part of a larger ecosystem, these ferns contribute to biodiversity and provide shelter for various organisms. The intricate patterns on each leaflet are reminiscent of lacework or delicate embroidery. These unique characteristics make Polypodium vulgare easily recognizable among other fern species. Its resilience allows it to thrive in diverse environments around the globe. Whether you appreciate vintage illustrations or have a passion for botany, this captivating image will transport you to a bygone era when scientific discoveries were made through meticulous observation and artistic interpretation. Let yourself be enchanted by the timeless allure – an exquisite representation of nature's wonders captured forever on paper.