PLANTS / RUMEX SCUTATUS

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PLANTS / RUMEX SCUTATUS

common name : FRENCH SORREL Date: 1868

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1868 Common Rumex Scutatus Sorrel

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This exquisite botanical illustration showcases Rumex scutatus, commonly known as French Sorrel, captured in its natural beauty in the late 19th century. The print, created in 1868, is a testament to the intricate detail and artistic skill of the botanical illustration movement during this era. The vibrant green leaves of the French Sorrel are depicted with remarkable accuracy, each leaf vein meticulously rendered to reveal the plant's complex structure. The red-tinged stems add a pop of color against the lush foliage, while the tiny, yellow-green flowers peek out from between the leaves, adding to the plant's allure. French Sorrel is a perennial herb native to Europe and western Asia, and has been cultivated for its tangy, lemony flavor since ancient times. Its leaves have been used as a culinary herb, a souring agent, and a medicinal plant for various ailments. The plant thrives in moist, shady conditions and can be identified by its distinctive red-tinged stems and arrow-shaped leaves. Botanical illustrations like this one were an essential tool for scientists and botanists during the 19th century, providing accurate records of plant species and contributing to the advancement of taxonomy and plant identification. Today, they continue to be appreciated for their artistic merit and historical significance, offering a glimpse into the natural world as it was captured by skilled illustrators over a century ago.

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