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Purple flowered asarabacca, or wild ginger, Asarum europaeum
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Purple flowered asarabacca, or wild ginger, Asarum europaeum
5856652 Purple flowered asarabacca, or wild ginger, Asarum europaeum by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Purple flowered asarabacca, or wild ginger, Asarum europaeum. Handcolored copperplate engraving from a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Woodville and Sir William Jackson Hooker's "Medical Botany" 1832. The tireless Sowerby (1757-1822) drew over 2, 500 plants for Smith's mammoth "English Botany" (1790-1814) and 440 mushrooms for "Coloured Figures of English Fungi " (1797) among many other works.); © Florilegius
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1832 Flowered Ginger Handcolored Herbal Hooker Jackson James Medicinal Purple Root Sowerby William Woodville Asarabacca Asarum Botanical Plate Copperplate Europaeum Natural Sciences Without Anyone
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This print showcases the exquisite beauty of the purple flowered asarabacca, also known as wild ginger or Asarum europaeum. The handcolored copperplate engraving, created by James Sowerby in the 19th century, captures every delicate detail of this herbal medicinal plant. The vibrant purple flowers stand out against a backdrop of lush green leaves, creating a visually stunning composition. Sowerby's meticulous attention to detail is evident in his precise rendering of each petal and leaf vein. This botanical illustration was featured in William Woodville and Sir William Jackson Hooker's renowned work "Medical Botany" published in 1832. Sowerby's talent for capturing nature's wonders led him to draw over 2,500 plants for various publications throughout his career. Asarabacca has long been valued for its medicinal properties and was commonly used in traditional herbal remedies. This print serves as a testament to both the aesthetic appeal and scientific significance of this remarkable plant. Displayed on antique paper with an air of nostalgia, this print transports us back to a time when botanical illustrations were highly regarded for their contribution to natural history studies. It is a true treasure that allows us to appreciate the intricate beauty found within our natural world.
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