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Pitcairnia and Victorian box tree
Pitcairnia bifrons 1, and Victorian box tree, Pittosporum undulatum 2. Pitcairnie, Pittospore. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Adolph Australian Casse Daphne Dictionnaire Felix Edouard Fries Guerin Meneville Mock Pittoresque Sweet Pittosporum
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This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving, entitled "Pitcairnie, Pittospore. Pitcairnia bifrons 1, Pittosporum undulatum 2," showcases two fascinating and distinct plant species: the Pitcairnia bifrons, also known as the Pitcairnie or Pitcairn's bromeliad, and the Pittosporum undulatum, commonly referred to as the Victorian box tree or mock orange. The Pitcairnia bifrons (1) is depicted in its full glory, with its vibrant, star-shaped bracteates encircling a central rosette. Native to Central and South America, this epiphytic bromeliad is known for its sweet, native Daphne-like fragrance, which attracts pollinators. The intricate details of its bracteates are beautifully rendered in this engraving, showcasing the delicate balance of nature's design. The Victorian box tree (2), Pittosporum undulatum, is a native Australian plant, characterized by its glossy, undulating leaves and white, mock-orange flowers. In this engraving, the leaves are depicted in lush detail, their undulations adding texture and depth to the image. The Victorian box tree was a popular ornamental plant during the Victorian era due to its attractive appearance and pleasant fragrance. This stunning hand-colored steel engraving was created by du Casse, based on an illustration by Adolph Fries, for Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris between 1834 and 1839. The meticulous attention to detail and the vibrant colors of this engraving serve to highlight the beauty and intrigue of these two unique plant species.
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