Salvia pratensis (Meadow Sage)

This vintage herbarium sheet features a striking specimen of Chamerion angustifolium, historically labeled Epilobe en épior Epilobium angustifolium. Collected on 7 June, the plant’s tall, slender stem holds an elegant sequence of buds and open blossoms, each one displaying the distinctive four-petaled form of the willowherb family.

The botanist’s handwritten notes remain softly visible along the margin, marking the plant’s place within the Onagrariées (Onagraceae). The original mounting tape, delicate pressed petals, and gentle aging of the paper all carry the quiet character of a well-tended herbarium.

This one-of-a-kind botanical brings a graceful vertical presence and pairs beautifully with other slender-stemmed pieces from theHerbier de Provence collection.

Details
• Vintage original herbarium specimen
• Identified as Chamerion angustifolium (Rosebay Willowherb / Fireweed)
• Includes handwritten French notes and collection date
• Naturally aged paper with gentle botanical imperfections
• One-of-a-kind piece
• Unframed
• Handle with care; dried botanicals are fragile