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White willow or golden willow, Salix alba

White willow or golden willow, Salix alba. 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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Alba Apothecary Bentley Blair Hanhart Herbal Medicinal Salix Trimen Willow


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White Willow, Salix alba: A Stunning Botanical Portrayal of Nature's Healing Tree This exquisite handcoloured lithograph depicts the White Willow, Salix alba, a beautiful and historically significant tree in the willow family. The intricate details of its leaves, branches, and bark are brought to life through the skilled hands of botanical illustrator David Blair and the masterful techniques of lithographer Hanhart. The White Willow, also known as the Golden Willow, is a deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Asia. Its distinctive white bark, which turns golden in the autumn, is a striking feature that adds to its allure. This tree has been admired for centuries for its graceful appearance and its numerous medicinal properties. The White Willow has a long history of use in herbal medicine. Its bark contains salicin, a compound that is similar to aspirin, making it an effective natural pain reliever and anti-inflammatory. It was used by ancient civilizations, including the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, to alleviate fever, reduce inflammation, and ease pain. This stunning botanical print is taken from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's Medicinal Plants, published in London in 1880. The work showcases a meticulous record of medicinal plants and their uses, providing valuable insights into the natural world and the traditional knowledge of the past. This particular print is a testament to the beauty and importance of the White Willow, a tree that continues to captivate and inspire us with its natural healing powers.

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