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Indian aconite or Nepal aconite, Aconitum ferox
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Indian aconite or Nepal aconite, Aconitum ferox
Indian aconite or Nepal aconite, Aconitum ferox. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880
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Aconite Aconitum Apothecary Bentley Blair Ferox Hanhart Herbal Medicinal Nepal Trimen
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This handcoloured lithograph depicts the stunning Indian Aconite, also known as Nepal Aconite or Aconitum ferox. Native to the Himalayas and other mountain ranges in Nepal, Bhutan, and India, this plant is a perennial herb that belongs to the buttercup family. The plant is characterized by its tall, erect stems, which can grow up to 1.5 meters in height, and its beautiful, bell-shaped, blue or purple flowers. The Indian Aconite has a long history of traditional use in herbal medicine, particularly in Ayurvedic and Tibetan medicine. The plant contains toxic alkaloids, including aconitine, which can be deadly if ingested or applied topically in large quantities. However, in small doses, the plant has been used to treat various ailments, including rheumatism, gout, and cardiac disorders. The plant is also known by local names such as Bish or Sringibish in Nepal and Bhutan. The tubers of the plant are harvested in the autumn and dried for medicinal use. The plant's toxicity requires careful handling and preparation, and it is essential to use only the recommended dosage to avoid poisoning. This beautiful botanical illustration was created by David Blair and published in Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's Medicinal Plants, a comprehensive work on medicinal plants published in London in 1880. The illustration was later handcoloured by Hanhart, adding an extra layer of detail and beauty to the already stunning botanical artwork.
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