Fleabane (Erigeron) | Vintage Botanical Print from Familiar Wild Flowers F. Edward Hulme | Circa 1890–1905

This original botanical print depicting Fleabane (Erigeron) originates from Familiar Wild Flowers, the celebrated natural history publication by Reverend F. Edward Hulme. Produced between the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the print is approximately 120–135 years old, representing a fine example of Victorian botanical illustration and colour printing.

A familiar sight in meadows, grasslands, and wayside habitats, Fleabane is admired for its delicate daisy-like flowers composed of numerous slender petals surrounding a bright central disc. The plant derives its common name from an old belief that its dried leaves could repel fleas and other insects, reflecting the rich folklore often associated with Britain's native flora.

Rendered with remarkable botanical accuracy and artistic sensitivity, this illustration embodies the Victorian passion for documenting and understanding the natural world. Hulme's work helped bring the beauty and diversity of wildflowers to a broad audience, combining scientific observation with visually engaging colour plates that remain highly collectible today.

Presented unframed but professionally mounted, the print is ready for display or may be framed to suit individual tastes and interiors. Its age, decorative appeal, and connection to one of the most popular botanical publications of the Victorian era make it a desirable addition to collections of antique prints, natural history works, and period illustrations.