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Root plants and vegetables
Root plants and vegetables including artichoke, globe thistle, chicory, dandelion, centaury, tansy, passionflower, rafflesia, pumpkin, sunflower, etc. Lithograph from Lorenz Okens Universal Natural History, Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stande, Stuttgart, 1841
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Alle Allgemeine Artichoke Centaury Chicory Dandelion Globe Lorenz Naturgeschichte Oken Passionflower Pumpkin Root Stände Sunflower Tansy Thistle Universal Vegetable Rafflesia
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This stunning lithograph, titled "Root Plants and Vegetables," is an exquisite example of botanical illustration from Lorenz Oken's "Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stände," published in Stuttgart, Germany, in 1841. The intricately detailed image showcases a diverse array of root plants and vegetables, including the artichoke with its distinctive thorny exterior and edible heart, the globed thistle with its prickly leaves and edible root, the chicory with its blue-purple flowers and edible roots, and the dandelion with its iconic yellow blooms and edible roots and leaves. Other root plants and vegetables depicted in this masterpiece include centaury, tansy, passionflower, rafflesia, pumpkin, and sunflower. The passionflower, with its beautiful and intricate blooms, is particularly noteworthy, as it is native to South America and is known for its medicinal and ornamental uses. The rafflesia, another exotic addition to the image, is the largest individual flower in the world, producing an odor reminiscent of decaying meat to attract pollinators. This lithograph is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and studying the natural world for future generations. The meticulous attention to detail and the vibrant colors used in this print make it a true work of art, and a valuable addition to any botanical collection.
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