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Jimsonweed or Devils snare, Datura stramonium
Jimsonweed or Devils snare, Datura stramonium. 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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Artus Datura Devils Gewachse Hand Atlas Handbook Herbal Medical Pharmaceutical Mediinisch Pharmaceutischer Sammtlicher Snare Stramonium Toxic Willibald Hallucinogenic Jimsonweed Moonflower
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1. Title: "Jimsonweed or Devils Snare: A Historical Botanical Exploration of Datura stramonium" This handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases the enigmatic beauty of Jimsonweed, scientifically known as Datura stramonium. Dating back to 1876, this image is taken from Dr. Willibald Artus' Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, a comprehensive handbook of medical-pharmaceutical plants. The intricately detailed illustration reveals the striking features of the Jimsonweed plant, with its distinctive bell-shaped flowers that bloom in various shades of pink, purple, and white. The plant's large, oval leaves are also depicted, their edges slightly wilted, as if gently caressing the earth beneath. The moonflower, another common name for Jimsonweed, is hinted at in the title, alluding to the plant's nocturnal blooming habit. Jimsonweed, also known as Devils Snare, has a rich and complex history. Indigenous peoples in the Americas have used it for various medicinal purposes, while others have warned of its toxicity. The plant contains powerful alkaloids, including scopolamine and atropine, which can induce hallucinations and delirium when ingested. The handcoloured copperplate engraving not only serves as a testament to the botanical knowledge of the past but also invites us to reflect on the intriguing duality of Jimsonweed – a plant that has been both revered for its medicinal properties and feared for its toxicity. This image offers a glimpse into the rich history and complexity of this fascinating plant, reminding us of the enduring allure of the natural world.
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