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Sandpaper vine, Petrea volubilis
Sandpaper vine, Petrea volubilis (Petraea stapelia). Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L. Reeve, London, 1878. Lena Lowis, formerly Selena Caroline Shakespear (1845-1919), was a British woman artist who traveled to India with her husband Lt.-Col. Ninian Lowis
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This handcoloured lithograph depicts the Sandpaper Vine, Petrea volubilis, also known as Petrea stapelia or Petraea stapelia, a captivating plant native to Australia and South America that was introduced to India during the colonial era. The image is based on an illustration by Lena Lowis, a British woman artist who traveled to India with her husband, Lt.-Col. Ninian Lowis, in the late 19th century. The illustration was published as part of Lowis's botanical work, "Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates," which was released by L. Reeve in London in 1878. The Sandpaper Vine derives its common name from the rough, sandpaper-like texture of its leaves, which are covered in tiny hairs. The plant is a climbing vine that can grow up to 30 feet long and produces clusters of small, tubular, blue or purple flowers. The handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair masterfully captures the intricate details of the Sandpaper Vine's leaves, flowers, and stems, showcasing the beauty and allure of this exotic plant. Lena Lowis was a talented artist and botanical illustrator who documented numerous Indian plants during her time in the country. Her work was published in several botanical journals and books, making significant contributions to the field of botanical illustration. The Sandpaper Vine image is a testament to her skill and dedication to capturing the natural world in all its splendor.
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