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Greater periwinkle, Vinca major
Greater periwinkle, Vinca major. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1797
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Greater Major Periwinkle Sowerby Vinca Smith
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the Greater Periwinkle, Vinca major, a beautiful and hardy ornamental plant native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. The engraving is based on a drawing by the renowned English botanist and artist, James Sowerby, for James Smith's English Botany, published in 1797. The Greater Periwinkle is characterized by its trailing stems, which can grow up to 3 feet long, and its heart-shaped, glossy green leaves. The plant produces clusters of funnel-shaped, violet-blue flowers with a white eye, which bloom in the spring and summer. These flowers are highly attractive to bees and other pollinators, making the Greater Periwinkle an important plant in natural habitats and in botanical gardens. The intricate details of the plant's leaves, stems, and flowers are beautifully captured in this engraving, which showcases the exceptional artistry and scientific precision of James Sowerby and James Smith's English Botany. The handcolouring adds an additional layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a true masterpiece of botanical illustration. The Greater Periwinkle has been cultivated for its ornamental value for centuries and is commonly used in gardens and landscaping projects due to its ability to cover large areas with its trailing stems. It is also an important plant in traditional medicine, with various parts of the plant being used to treat a range of ailments, including wounds, burns, and skin conditions. This image of the Greater Periwinkle is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world and the importance of documenting it for future generations. It is a must-have for any botanical art collection or for those with an interest in natural history and the history of botanical illustration.
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