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Green-winged orchid, Anacamptis morio
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Green-winged orchid, Anacamptis morio
Green-winged orchid, Anacamptis morio (Orchis morio). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, (Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants), Jena, 1876
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Anacamptis Artus Gewachse Green Winged Hand Atlas Handbook Herbal Medical Pharmaceutical Mediinisch Pharmaceutischer Morio Orchid Orchis Sammtlicher Willibald
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting Green-winged Orchid, Anacamptis morio (Orchis morio). The intricate detail and vibrant hues faithfully capture the beauty of this rare and elusive plant, which was meticulously documented in Dr. Willibald Artus' Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants, published in Jena, Germany, in 1876. The Green-winged Orchid, also known as the Adder's Mouth Orchid due to its distinctive labellum resembling an open mouth, is a small terrestrial orchid native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. Its delicate, elongated sepals and petals are adorned with striking green markings, giving it its evocative name. The botanical illustration was produced during the height of the orchid craze in Europe, a period when these exotic and alluring flowers were highly sought after for both scientific and ornamental purposes. The meticulous process of creating hand-colored copperplate engravings involved the collaboration of skilled botanical artists, engravers, and printers, resulting in stunningly accurate and visually captivating images. This illustration not only serves as a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the late 19th century but also highlights the enduring fascination with the natural world and the role of botanical documentation in advancing our understanding of the plant kingdom.
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