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Vanilla orchid, Vanilla planifolia
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Vanilla orchid, Vanilla planifolia
Vanilla orchid, Vanilla planifolia. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880
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This exquisite handcoloured lithograph depicts the Vanilla orchid, Vanilla planifolia, a captivating epiphyte native to Mexico and Central America. Vanilla, derived from the vanilla bean, is the world's most popular and expensive spice, prized for its rich, sweet, and complex flavor. The orchid's scientific name, Vanilla planifolia, refers to its flat, broad leaves. The botanical illustration, created by David Blair and published in Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's "Medicinal Plants," captures the orchid's intricate beauty in meticulous detail. The lithograph, hand-colored by Hanhart, further enhances the illustration's allure with vibrant hues, bringing the delicate petals and pods to life. The vanilla orchid produces long, green, and curved inflorescences, which bear clusters of small, waxy, and fragrant flowers. The most desirable part of the plant is the pod, which develops after pollination and matures into a long, thin, and curved structure. The pods are carefully harvested, cured, and split lengthwise to reveal the precious vanilla beans. Historically, vanilla was highly valued by ancient civilizations for its flavor and medicinal properties. It was used to treat various ailments, including digestive issues, fever, and even as an aphrodisiac. Today, vanilla continues to be a popular ingredient in the culinary world, as well as in perfumery and aromatherapy. This stunning botanical print is a testament to the beauty and significance of the Vanilla orchid and the rich history of botanical illustration.
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