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Ramie or China grass, Boehmeria nivea, Urtica nivea
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Ramie or China grass, Boehmeria nivea, Urtica nivea
Ramie or China grass, Boehmeria nivea, Urtica nivea, Ortie blanche. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871. Ramie or China grass, Boehmeria nivea, Urtica nivea, Ortie blanche. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871
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Agricoles Blanche Dupuis Edouard Francois Gerard Herincq Maubert Nivea Oscar Oudet Pierre Planets Regne Reveil Urtica Vegetal
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This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving depicts Ramie or China Grass, scientifically known as Boehmeria nivea or Urtica nivea, also referred to as Ortie blanche. The botanical illustration was meticulously created by Edouard Maubert and beautifully rendered in steel engraving by Oudet. The image is taken from Pierre Oscar Reveil's comprehensive work, "La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres," published by A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard, and Francois Herincqs in Paris between 1864 and 1871. Ramie, a fast-growing perennial plant, is native to China and is now cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. Its long, slender stalks are rich in fiber, making it an important source of raw material for textile production. The plant's leaves are large, green, and glossy, as shown in this intricately detailed illustration. The delicate veins and intricate surface textures are brought to life through the skilled use of hand-coloring. The history of Ramie dates back to ancient China, where it was used for textile production as early as 3000 BCE. Its soft, silky fibers were highly valued for their strength and durability, making it a popular choice for clothing and fabric production. Today, Ramie continues to be an essential crop in various industries, including textiles, paper, and food, due to its versatile properties. This stunning botanical illustration not only showcases the beauty and intricacy of Ramie but also serves as a testament to the remarkable skill and artistry of the botanical illustrators and engravers of the 19th century.
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