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Peruvian rhatany, Krameria lappacea
Peruvian rhatany, Krameria triandra. 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 Gewachse Hand Atlas Handbook Herbal Medical Pharmaceutical Mediinisch Pharmaceutischer Para Peruvian Root Sammtlicher Willibald
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the Peruvian rhatany, also known as Krameria lappacea or Krameria triandra. The plant is native to the Andes region of South America and has been traditionally used in Peruvian and Andean medicine for various ailments, including wounds, inflammation, and fevers. The root of the plant is the most commonly used part, and it contains a red dye that has been used for both medicinal and cosmetic purposes. The intricately detailed illustration is taken from Dr. Willibald Artus' Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, or Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants, published in Jena, Germany in 1876. The atlas was a comprehensive compendium of medicinal plants, featuring high-quality illustrations produced through the copperplate engraving technique. The handcolouring adds an additional layer of detail and accuracy to the image, making it an invaluable resource for botanists, pharmacists, and medical professionals of the time. The Peruvian rhatany is shown here with its characteristic red roots, which were believed to have various therapeutic properties. The plant is identified by its lanceolate leaves, which are arranged in opposite pairs, and its small, yellow flowers. The illustration also shows the plant in its natural habitat, with other plants and rocks in the background, providing context and enhancing the overall visual appeal of the image. This beautiful and historically significant illustration is a testament to the rich botanical knowledge of the past and the importance of documenting the natural world for medicinal and scientific purposes.
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