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Cabbage palm, Cordyline australis
Cabbage palm, Cordyline australis. (White-flowered New Zealand dracaena, Dracaena australis.) Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Swan after an illustration by William Jackson Hooker from Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1828
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Australis Cabbage Cordyline Curtis Dracaena Hooker Jackson Palm Samuel Swan White Flowered Zealand Cabbage Palm
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1. Title: "Cabbage Palm (Cordyline australis): A White-Flowered New Zealand Dracaena" This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the stunning beauty of the Cabbage Palm, scientifically known as Cordyline australis. The image, created by Swan after an original illustration by William Jackson Hooker, was first published in the esteemed Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine in London in 1828. The Cabbage Palm, also referred to as the Ti, Kouka, or White-Flowered New Zealand Dracaena, is a native plant of New Zealand, particularly the North Island. This palm tree is renowned for its unique appearance, with its slender trunk and rosettes of strap-shaped leaves that resemble cabbage heads, hence the common name. The engraving captures the plant in all its splendor, with its vibrant white flowers blooming atop the tree. These flowers are an essential aspect of the Cabbage Palm's life cycle, providing nectar for various insects and contributing to the pollination of the plant. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving is evident in the intricate depiction of the leaves, veins, and flowers. The use of hand-coloring further enhances the image's visual appeal, making it a captivating addition to any botanical collection. William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865) was a prominent British botanist, curator, and horticulturist, who made significant contributions to the field of botany through his research, publications, and the establishment of the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. The Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, founded in 1826, is one of the oldest and most respected botanical journals in the world, dedicated to the publication of high-quality botanical illustrations and research. This engraving is a testament to the beauty and importance of the natural world, as well as the dedication and skill of the botanists, illustrators, and engravers who documented and preserved it for future generations.
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