Lace Algae
Many of the red algae are incredibly delicate and beautiful, as exemplified…
Some Algae of Nova Scotia
Although the bulk of specimens that find their way into the New…
Journey of the US Exploring Expedition (1838-1842)
One of the earliest and most impactful scientific expeditions led by the…
Ellen's Illustrations
We know Ellen Hutchins produced hundreds of detailed watercolors of marine algae. Some…
A Horse, of Course
Collecting plants and algae was sometimes an artistic hobby, with dried or…
Gross
Sometimes collecting the perfect specimen means going places you'd rather not. Here…
Ellen's Algae
See more of Ellen Hutchin's beautifully detailed marine algae collections.
Ellen Hutchins - Ireland's First Female Botanist
Between 1805 and 1813, in Ballylickey on the shores of Bantry Bay,…
#plantlove
Specimens contained in the William and Lynda Steere Herbarium represent the endless…
Britton's Chara
In the United States, there is no formal regulation for the endangered…
It's not easy being green
People might pass over these green specimens 'cause they're not standing out…
Point Judith
Can't get away to the beach? Let these field photographs and algae…
Floral Fireworks
When fireworks are needed, no matter the reason, these herbarium specimens will help…