Primulaceae Collection (page 4)

Ivy-leaved Cyclamen (Cyclamen neapolitanum or hederifolium), Primulaceae, Herbaceous perennial plant for flower beds
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume XIII, table 32 by Maddalena Lisa Mussino: Primulaceae, Ivy-leaved Cyclamen (Cyclamen neapolitanum or hederifolium)

Viscid Primrose (Primula latifolia), Primulaceae, Herbaceous perennial plant for rocky gardens spontaneous in Italy
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume XIII Plate 32 by Francesco Peyrolery: Primulaceae, Viscid Primrose (Primula latifolia)

Primrose (Primula cortusoides), Primulaceae, Herbaceous perennial plant for flower beds native to Siberia and Japan
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume XLVII, Plate 48 by Angela Rossi Bottione: Primulaceae, Primrose (Primula cortusoides)

Cowslip - Primula veris officinalis (Verbasculum odoratum) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542

Primula sinensis C016 / 6129
Primula sinensis. Plate 660 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Myrsine retusa
Illustration from Plantarum rariorum Horti Csarei Schoenbrunnensis descriptiones et icones, 1797/98, by Nikolaus Joseph Jacquin. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Pressed Auricula specimens
Specimens from the herbarium of Mary Somerset (the Duchess of Beaufort). Pressed by the Duchess herself (1630 - 1714)

P. L. Souverain. S. primula
Page 65 (66) from Flora Exotica (1720) by Johann Gottfried Simula

Oenothera erythrosepala, evening primrose
Drawing by Arthur Harry Church. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Primula vulgaris, primrose
Primrose (Primula vulgaris) in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams

Primula officinalis, cowslip
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Cyclamen persicum, Persian cyclamen
Drawing by Richard Lancake [Pl 115]. Image used in The Chelsea Gardener Philip Miller (1990) by Hazel Le Rougetel, plate 9

Polyanthus sp. primrose
Folio 64 from A Collection of Flowers (1795) by John Edwards. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Auricula sp
Illustration from page 64/65 of Flora Exotica (1720) by Johann Gottfried Simula. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Annuals and biannual plants

Auricula sp. primrose
Page 53 from Flora Exotica (1720) by Johanne Godfredo Simula. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Primula auricula, mountain cowslip
Page 51 from Flora Exotica (1720) by Johanne Godfredo Simula. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Primula veris, cowslip
A cowslip in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London

Alpine Rock-Jasmine - cushion alpine at high altitude in Swiss Alps
ROG-14450 Alpine Rock-Jasmine - cushion alpine at high altitude Swiss Alps - Switzerland Androsace alpina Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Rock Jasmine (Androsace chamaejasme) - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

CYCLAMEN & LAVENDER, 1613. Ivy-leaved cyclamen (Primulaceae) and French lavender (Labitae). Engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published at Nuremberg in 1613

Polyanthus Primrose (Primula sp. ) flowering, in wooden crate on sack-barrow, with winter aconites
Polyanthus Primrose (Primula sp.) flowering, in wooden crate on sack-barrow, with winter aconites, spring crocuses and snowdrops in garden, Norfolk, England, february

Alpine Shooting Star (Dodecatheon alpinum) close-up of flower and bud, Mount Eddy, Klamath Mountains, California, july

Least Snowbell (Soldanella minima) flowering, growing in turf on limestone, Julian Alps, Slovenia, june

Water Violet (Hottonia palustris) flowering mass, growing in pool, Market Weston Fen, Market Weston, Little Ouse Valley, Suffolk, England, may

Alpine Rock-jasmine (Androsace alpina) flowering, cushion alpine growing amongst rocks at high altitude, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, june

Dwarf Snowbell (Soldanella pusilla) flowering mass, growing at high altitude in mountain habitat, Val Minor, Upper Engadin, Eastern Swiss Alps, Switzerland, june

Common Primrose (Primula vulgaris) flowering, growing on riverbank, England, april

Cowslip (Primula veris) and Wood Cranesbill (Geranium sylvaticum) flowering, growing in wooded meadow habitat, Tagamoisa Nature Reserve, Saaremaa Island, Estonia, may

Cowslip (Primula veris) flowering, backlit, growing in meadow, Derbyshire, England, may

Cowslip (Primula veris) flowering, growing in abandoned chalk quarry habitat, Monkton Nature Reserve, Isle of Thanet, Kent, England, april

Mountain Snowbell (Soldanella montana) flowering, Rila Mountains, Bulgaria, may

Auricula (Primula auricula) flowering, growing on limestone, Julian Alps, Slovenia, june

Primula pollen, SEM
Primrose (Primula sp.) pollen grain, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Magnification: x2000 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Primula flowers

Cyclamen flowers
Cyclamen (Cyclamen sp.) flowers

Water-violet (Hottonia palustris) flowering in profusion in ditch full of water. Photographed in Brenne in France

Trientalis europaea
Chickweed wintergreen (Trientalis europaea) in flower. Photographed in the Cairngorms National Park, Scottish Highlands, in June

Saxifraga Rotundifolia and Soldanella Alpina
Saxifraga Rotundifolia (Round-Leaved Saxifrage) (right), a plant of the Saxifragaceae family (commonly known as saxifrages or stone breakers because of their ability to grow in the cracks between)

Primula Marginata (Marginate or Silver Edged Primrose), a flowering perennial of the Primulaceae family with pale pink or purple flowers. Seen here growing in a rocky setting

Primula Sikkimensis (Himalayan Cowslip), a flowering plant of the Primulaceae family with bright pink or yellow flowers. The Latin name primula refers to flowers that are among the first to open in

Primula Auricula (Bears Ear Primrose) Celtic King
Primula Auricula (Bears Ear Primrose), Celtic King variety, a flowering plant of the Primulaceae family. The Latin name primula refers to flowers that are among the first to open in spring

Primula Forrestii (Forest Primrose), a flowering perennial of the Primulaceae family with a bright yellow flower, native to China

Primula Malacoides (Fairy Primrose, Baby Primrose), a flowering perennial of the Primulaceae family, native to China, with white, pink or purple flowers. Seen here growing in a rocky setting

Primula Frondosa (Leafy Primrose), a herbaceous perennial of the Primulaceae family. It has mauve-pink flowers with yellow centres

Primula Involucrata, a flowering perennial of the Primulaceae family with white or pink flowers. The Latin name primula refers to flowers that are among the first to open in spring

Primula Auricula (Bears Ear Primrose) with bee guard
Primula Auricula (Bears Ear Primrose), Alexandra variety, a flowering plant of the Primulaceae family with yellow flowers. It grows on rocks in mountain ranges of Central Europe

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Primulaceae is a diverse and captivating family of flowering plants that includes several well-known species. One such group is the Auriculas, which are characterized by their vibrant colors and unique patterns. Primula auricula, commonly known as primrose, is a member of this group and showcases stunning blooms that add a touch of elegance to any garden. In Thuringia, Germany, the Cowslip (Primula veris) can be found in full bloom. Its delicate yellow flowers create a picturesque scene amidst the wildflowers composite. Another enchanting member of the Primulaceae family is the evening primrose (Oenothera grandiflora), with its large blossoms that open up during twilight hours. Venturing north to Scotland's coastal regions, we discover the Scottish primrose (Primula scotica). This native species thrives exclusively in this area and boasts beautiful purple petals that stand out against its surroundings. Closer to home in Devon, UK, common primroses (Primula vulgaris) paint meadows with their soft hues. These dainty flowers bring joy to all who encounter them and serve as a reminder of nature's beauty. The Double English Primrose also belongs to this remarkable family. Known for its multiple layers of petals and vibrant colors, it adds an extra dose of charm wherever it grows. Further south in Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany lies another striking member - Scarlet Pimpernel or Red Chickweed (Anagallis arvensis). Its scarlet blooms catch the eye amidst greenery and symbolize resilience even in challenging environments. Lastly but certainly not least important are two variations within the common primrose species: Primula acaulis (vulgaris) and Primula sinensis. Both exhibit exquisite floral displays that showcase Mother Nature's creativity at its finest.