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Zedoary or white turmeric, Curcuma zedoaria
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Zedoary or white turmeric, Curcuma zedoaria
Zedoary or white turmeric, Curcuma zedoaria. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887
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Adolph Curcuma Ginger Gustav Herbal Hermann Koehlers Kohler Medicinal Medizinal Pflanzen Pabst Rhizome Root Turmeric
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Zedoary, scientifically known as Curcuma zedoaria, is a rhizomatous herb belonging to the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. This stunning chromolithograph is an exquisite representation of the plant, taken from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, published in Germany in 1887. The illustration showcases the intricately patterned, elongated rhizome of Zedoary, which is the part of the plant used in traditional medicine. Zedoary, also known as white turmeric or Indian saffron, is native to Southeast Asia and has been used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. The rhizome is rich in volatile oils, including zedoary lactone, which gives it a pungent, aromatic flavor and therapeutic properties. It is used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, respiratory problems, and inflammation. The chromolithograph captures the intricate details of the Zedoary rhizome, with its rough, fibrous exterior and the delicate, intricate patterns of its inner layers. The vibrant colors and meticulous shading bring the plant to life, providing a window into the beauty and complexity of the natural world. This botanical illustration is a testament to the artistry and scientific rigor of the 19th-century botanical community, who dedicated themselves to documenting and preserving the world's plant species for future generations. Today, it serves as a reminder of the rich history of plant-based medicine and the importance of continuing to explore the natural world for new discoveries and healing properties.
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