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Cochineal cactus, Nopalea cochenillifera
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Cochineal cactus, Nopalea cochenillifera
Cochineal cactus, Nopalea cochenillifera, Opuntia cochenillifera, Cactus cochenillifer, Cactus coccinellifer, Cactus a cochenilles. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871. Cochineal cactus, Nopalea cochenillifera, Opuntia cochenillifera, Cactus cochenillifer, Cactus coccinellifer, Cactus a cochenilles. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871
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Cactus Coccus Cochineal Dactylopius Dupuis Edouard Maubert Opuntia Oscar Oudet Pierre Reveil
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1. Title: "The Vibrant Cochineal Cactus: A Botanical Marvel" This exquisite hand-coloured steel engraving depicts the Cochineal Cactus, scientifically known as Nopalea cochenillifera, also referred to as Opuntia cochenillifera, Cactus cochenillifer, Cactus coccinellifer, or Cactus a cochenilles. The image is a masterpiece of botanical illustration, created by Edouard Maubert and meticulously engraved by Oudet. It was originally published as part of the comprehensive work "La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres" by Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard, and Francois Herincqs, published by L. Guerin in Paris between 1864 and 1871. The Cochineal Cactus is a remarkable plant native to Central and South America. It is renowned for its ability to produce a valuable natural dye, derived from the insects that feed on the cactus, known as Dactylopius coccus or Cochineal insects. These insects are rich in carminic acid, which is used to create a deep, vibrant red pigment. The dye has been used for centuries to colour food, textiles, and cosmetics. The engraving beautifully captures the intricate details of the Cochineal Cactus, from its spiny exterior to its succulent, green pads. The delicate illustration of the Cochineal insects feeding on the cactus adds to the overall botanical charm of the print. This engraving is not only a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world but also a significant historical record of a plant with both botanical and commercial importance.
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