Primula Auricula Collection

Primula auricula, primrose
Folio 78 from A Collection of Flowers (1795) by John Edwards. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Sphinx of the hawkmoth, Proserpinus proserpina, on a black auricula flower, Primula auricula
FLO4562359 Sphinx of the hawkmoth, Proserpinus proserpina, on a black auricula flower, Primula auricula. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn

Auriculas from Dr John Robert Thornton's Temple of Flora, or Garden of the Botanist, Poet, Painter and Philosopher
BAL38294 Auriculas from Dr John Robert Thornton's Temple of Flora, or Garden of the Botanist, Poet, Painter and Philosopher, London, 1812; Private Collection

Burnard's formosa, Primula elatior polyanthus, Conqueror of Europe auricula, Primula auricula, and common primrose
FLO4670743 Burnard's formosa, Primula elatior polyanthus, Conqueror of Europe auricula, Primula auricula, and common primrose, Primula vulgaris

Auricula "Duke of Cumberland"c. 1743 (hand-coloured engraving)
1631620 Auricula " Duke of Cumberland" c.1743 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright

Glory of Chilton, c. 1745 (hand-coloured engraving)
1631645 Glory of Chilton, c.1745 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright

Garden Auricula, "Fille Amoureuse", c. 1743 (hand-coloured engraving)
1631646 Garden Auricula, " Fille Amoureuse", c.1743 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright

Primula auricula, 1836 (hand-coloured engraving)
618037 Primula auricula, 1836 (hand-coloured engraving) by Bessa, Pancrace (1772-1835); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Flore des jardiniers)

Fille Amoureuse (Blue Auricula)
PHD751 Fille Amoureuse (Blue Auricula) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; German, out of copyright

Auricula, c. 1690 (gouache on paper)
1631603 Auricula, c.1690 (gouache on paper) by Aubriet, Claude (1651/65-1742); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Bears Ear, engraved by Victor, from Choix des Plus Belles Fleurs et des Plus
945302 Bears Ear, engraved by Victor, from Choix des Plus Belles Fleurs et des Plus Beaux Fruits, Vol. I, 1827-33 (coloured engraving) by Redoute

Primula auricula C016 / 0572
An illustration of Primula auricula in pots

Primula auricula C014 / 0640
Three Primula auricula, illustration. Shown here are Primula Elizabeth Anne (purple), Primula Golden Fleece (yellow) and Primula Cheyenne (red)

Bear's Ear Flower - with Crab Spider - Pyrennes, Spain
DAC-698 Bear's Ear Flower - with Crab Spider Pyrennes, Spain David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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

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

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

THORNTON: AURICULAS. A group of auriculas (Primula x pubescens Jacquin). Engraving by Sutherland, after a painting by Philip Reinagle, for The Temple of Flora, by Robert John Thornton, 1807

REDOUTE: AURICULA, 1833. Auricula (Primula auricula): engraving after a painting by Pierre-Joseph Redoute for his Choix
REDOUTE: AURICULA, 1833. Auricula (Primula auricula): engraving after a painting by Pierre-Joseph Redoute for his " Choix des plus belles fleurs, " Paris, 1833

Bears Ear (Primula auricula) flowering in Dolomites, Italy

Bears Ear Primrose (Primula auricula) in flower on a rocky mountain slope, showing both foliage and flowers. This is an alpine species found in grassy places and damp crevices up to 2900m

Primula auricula Golden Hind
Auricula flowers (Primula auricula Golden Hind ). Also known as bears ears, this flower is often seen in rocky and mountainous areas

Primula auricula The Snods
Auricula flowers (Primula auricula The Snods ). Also known as bears ears, this flower is often seen in rocky and mountainous areas

Primula auricula Ludlow
Auricula flowers (Primula auricula Ludlow ). Also known as bears ears, this flower is often seen in rocky and mountainous areas

Primula auricula Trouble
Auricula flowers (Primula auricula Trouble ). Also known as bears ears, this flower is often seen in rocky and mountainous areas

Primula auricula Crimson Glow
Auricula flowers (Primula auricula Crimson Glow ). Also known as bears ears, this flower is often seen in rocky and mountainous areas

Primula auricula Sword
Auricula flowers (Primula auricula Sword ). Also known as bears ears, this flower is often seen in rocky and mountainous areas

Primula auricula Venetian
Alpine auricula (Primula auricula Venetian ). Also known as bears ears, this flower is often seen in rocky and mountainous areas

Primrose Hawkwood flowers
Primrose (Primula auricula Hawkwood ) flowers

Tulip (Tulipa Fancy Frills )
Tulip flower (Tulipa Fancy Frills ) and primrose flowers (Auricula Lord Saye en Sele ). Photographed in April

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"Discover the Beauty of Primula Auricula: From Common Primrose to Conqueror of Europe" Step into the enchanting world of Primula auricula, also known as primrose, and immerse yourself in its captivating history. This delicate flower has been celebrated throughout centuries for its exquisite beauty and diverse forms. Dating back to the 17th century, hand-coloured engravings like "Duke of Cumberland" and "Glory of Chilton" showcased the allure of these blossoms. Their vibrant colors and intricate details were meticulously captured by artists such as Henry Noel Humphreys and Jane Loudon. The Garden Auricula variety, like "Fille Amoureuse, " mesmerized with its unique charm. Its petals seemed to whisper tales of love and romance, while other variations like Burnard's Formosa boasted a regal elegance that conquered gardens across Europe. In 1836, a hand-coloured engraving immortalized the timeless beauty of Primula auricula. Its graceful form and delicate hues made it a favorite among botany enthusiasts who marveled at nature's artistry. One cannot overlook the Fille Amoureuse Blue Auricula or Bears Ear Flower - both showcasing striking shades that captivate any observer's gaze. Even Crab Spiders couldn't resist their allure when found nestled amongst these blooms in Pyrenees, Spain. Whether you're drawn to historical gouache paintings from c. 1690 or modern-day photographs capturing every detail up close, there is no denying that they are truly magnificent creations. So take a moment to appreciate this remarkable flower – from its humble beginnings as common primrose (Primula vulgaris) to becoming an emblematic conqueror in European gardens (Primula elatior polyanthus). Let yourself be enchanted by the sheer diversity and enduring appeal of Primula auriculas – nature's own masterpiece.