Praecox Collection

Eyed tulip, Tulipa agenensis (Tulipa praecox). Silkscreen botanical illustration by Elsie Katherine Dykes from William R. Dykes Notes on Tulip Species, Herbert Jenkins Ltd. London, 1930

Speargrass, Piptochaetium panicoides. Oryzopsis setacea, Urachne setosa, Stipa paniculoides, Orizzosside setacea. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus

Alpine squill or two-leaf squill, Scilla bifolia (Early-flowered squill, Scilla praecox). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

African blue lily, Agapanthus praecox subsp. orientalis (Large-flowered African blue lily, Agapanthus umbellatus var. maximus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by J

Japanese allspice, Chimonanthus praecox (Calycanthus praecox). Handcoloured stipple engraving by Moret after an illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redoute from Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceaus Traite des

Wintersweet or Japanese allspice, Chimonanthus praecox
La Cornouiller de la Chine. Wintersweet or Japanese allspice, Chimonanthus praecox. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Collection precieuse et enluminee des fleurs les plus belles et les

Curtis British Entomology Plate 620
Hemiptera: Acucephalus tricinctus Curtis = Aphrodes f. tricinctus [Plant: Aira praecox (Early Hair-grass)] Date: 1824-39

Curtis British Entomology Plate 539
Lepidoptera: Hapalia praecox = Ochropleura praecox (Portland Moth, Portland Dart) [Plant: Sonchus oleraceus (Common Sow-thistle)] Date: 1824-39

Curtis British Entomology Plate 82
Orthoptera: Acrida bingleii = Decticus verrucivorus (Bingleian Short-horned Grasshopper) [Plant: Carex caryophyllea (Carex praecox, Vernal Carex)] Date: 1824-39

Man with mental disability and goitre
Man with an undetermined mental disability, also suffering with goitre : the two are generally associated, involving thyroid deficiency and impared development. See 10192038 for his daughter

Chimonanthus praecox - Watercolour by Franz Bauer, 1789. Original Drawings for Hortus Kewensis, t.10.< br> < br> Held in the Museums Botany Library. Date: 1789

Illustration, Agrotidae -- Hadenidae -- Agrotis Festiva, Agrotis C Nigrum, Agrotis Sigma, Agrotis Plecta, Agrotis Putris, Agrotis Praecox, Agrotis Segetum, Mamestra Persicariae, Mamestra Brassicae

Illustration, Notodontidae -- Phalera Bucephala, Pterostoma Palpina, Lophopteryx Camelina, Odontosia Carmelita, Microdonta Bicolora, Leiocampa Dictaea, Drymonia Chaonia, Notodonta Tritophus

Apple cultivar, Calville Rouge praecox, Malus domestica.. Drawn by Walter Hood Fitch. Chromolithograph from The Florist and Pomologist Robert Hogg, London, published from 1878 to 1884

Herb garden in shape of a maze

Picture No. 10893157
Wild Thyme in sand dunes - in Summer (Thymus praecox) Date:

Picture No. 10899542
Wild Tulips - and Mayweed (Tulipa praecox) Date:

Picture No. 10899547
Wild Tulips - in ploughed field among olive groves (Tulipa praecox) Date:

Picture No. 10899546
Wild Tulips - in ploughed field among olive groves (Tulipa praecox) Date:

Japanese Anemone (Anemone hupehensis var. japonica) Praecox, close-up of seedhead, in garden, Carmarthenshire, Wales, November

Dementia Praecox
A patient suffering from catatonic dementia praecox, Kraepelins term for what is today classified as schizophrenia. The patient is acting out a private delusion

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"Praecox: A Captivating Journey through Nature's Wonders" Step into a world of vibrant beauty as we explore the enchanting realm of praecox. From the delicate petals of the Eyed tulip, Tulipa agenensis, to the captivating fragrance of Chimonanthus praecox, nature unveils its treasures. Amidst rolling meadows, Speargrass or Piptochaetium panicoides dances gracefully in the breeze, adding a touch of elegance to its surroundings. Meanwhile, Alpine squill or two-leaf squill, Scilla bifolia emerges from rocky crevices with its charming blue blossoms that seem to whisper secrets only known by Mother Earth. In distant lands where sun-kissed plains meet azure horizons, African blue lily Agapanthus praecox subsp. Orientalis stands tall and proud. Its majestic presence captivates all who behold it and serves as a reminder of Africa's natural wonders. Traveling further eastward brings us to Japan's hidden gem - Japanese allspice or Chimonanthus praecox. With delicate yellow blooms adorning bare branches during winter months, this exquisite flower defies convention and paints landscapes with warmth even in colder times. As we delve deeper into our exploration, Curtis British Entomology Plates 620 and 539 reveal intricate illustrations showcasing diverse insect species like Agrotidae -- Hadenidae family members. These remarkable depictions remind us of the interconnectedness between flora and fauna within our ecosystems. Beyond botanical marvels lies humanity's resilience; an illustration depicts a man with mental disability bravely facing life alongside his goitre condition. This poignant image reminds us that strength can be found even amidst adversity. Join us on this extraordinary journey through nature's tapestry – Praecox reveals itself as more than just a word but rather an invitation to discover life’s breathtaking diversity.