Root, seeds, flowers and green leaves of wild
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Root, seeds, flowers and green leaves of wild
Root, seeds, flowers and green leaves of wild Siamese cardamom, Amomum xanthioides Wall.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884. Iwasaki (1786-1842) was a Japanese botanist, entomologist and zoologist. He was one of the first Japanese botanists to incorporate western knowledge into his studies
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Amomum Cardamom Guide Honzo Iwasaki Kanen Medicinal Root Seeds Siamese Wild Woodblock Zufu
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This color-printed woodblock engraving, titled "Shukushamitsu (Siamese Cardamom), Amomum xanthioides," is an exquisite illustration from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, published in Japan in 1884. The meticulously crafted image, created by the skilled hands of Japanese botanist, entomologist, and zoologist, Kan en Iwasaki (1786-1842), showcases the various stages of this wild Siamese cardamom plant. At the heart of the composition lies the intricately detailed root system, its gnarled texture and earthy tones symbolizing the plant's deep connection to the soil. Surrounding the root are seeds, their small, round forms nestled amongst the soil, waiting to sprout and begin the life cycle anew. Above the ground, delicate flowers bloom, their vibrant white petals unfurling to reveal their intricate structures. The image is completed by the lush, green leaves that cascade from the plant, their veins and textures rendered with remarkable precision. Iwasaki was a pioneering figure in Japanese botany, being one of the first Japanese botanists to incorporate western knowledge into his studies. This engraving is a testament to his dedication and the beauty of the natural world that inspired him. The intricate details and vivid colors of this woodblock print offer a glimpse into the rich history of botanical illustration and the enduring fascination with the medicinal plants of Japan.
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