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Common meadow saxifrage, Selinum carvifolia
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Common meadow saxifrage, Selinum carvifolia
Common meadow saxifrage, Selinum carvifolia.. Handcolored botanical copperplate engraving from Joshua Hamiltons Culpepers English Family Physician; or Medical Herbal Enlarged, with Several Hundred Additional Plants, Principally from Sir John Hill, London, W. Locke, 1792
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1. Title: Common Meadow Saxifrage, Selinum carvifolium: A Historical Botanical Exploration This exquisite handcolored botanical copperplate engraving showcases the Common Meadow Saxifrage, Selinum carvifolium, a charming and resilient plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The engraving is taken from Joshua Hamilton's Culpeper's English Family Physician; or Medical Herbal, published in London by W. Locke in 1792. Nicolas Culpeper, a renowned 17th-century English herbalist, botanist, and astrologer, is the original author of the herbal text. This enlarged edition, curated by Joshua Hamilton, features several hundred additional plants, including the Common Meadow Saxifrage. The meticulous illustration captures the plant's intricate details, from its delicate, kidney-shaped leaves to its tiny, white, star-shaped flowers. The Common Meadow Saxifrage was traditionally used in herbal medicine for various ailments, including kidney and bladder stones, gout, and scurvy. The plant's leaves were believed to have diuretic properties and were used to promote urination, helping to eliminate toxins from the body. The botanical illustration is a testament to the rich history of botany and herbal medicine. The intricate copperplate engraving process involved creating an etching on a copper plate, which was then coated with a ground, and the image was inked and pressed onto paper. The addition of handcoloring further enhanced the detail and beauty of the engraving. This image not only serves as a reminder of the historical significance of the Common Meadow Saxifrage in herbal medicine but also showcases the artistic mastery of the botanical illustrators of the past. It is a fascinating glimpse into the world of botany and herbalism during the late 18th century.
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