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American Aloe Collection

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Playing card with a vulgar image drawn by peter Floetner

Playing card with a vulgar image drawn by peter Floetner, 16th Century

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Playing card with a vulgar image drawn by Peter Floetner

Playing card with a vulgar image drawn by Peter Floetner, 16th Century

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: In the Duberow at Koenigswusterhausen

In the Duberow at Koenigswusterhausen, Germany, historical illustration circa 1893, Europe

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Historical illustration from the 19th Century

Historical illustration from the 19th Century, depiction of various sorts of grain

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Mother and her two daughters in a park, ca. 1906

Mother and her two daughters in a park, ca. 1906

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Aloe americana hyacinthi flore

Aloe americana hyacinthi flore, century plant (Agave americana), Aloe perfoliata non spinosa, Aloe africana erecta minor, Historical, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Aloe americana minor, century plant (Agave americana)

Aloe americana minor, century plant (Agave americana), Historical, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Aloe americana century plant (Agave americana)

Aloe americana century plant (Agave americana), Historical, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Century plant, American aloe (Agave americana)

Century plant, American aloe (Agave americana), medicinal plant, historical chromolithography, 1870

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Sommerau Harp, spruce with a rare growth reminiscent of a harp

Sommerau Harp, spruce with a rare growth reminiscent of a harp, popular destination and object for artistic representations until 1895 when it was overturned in a storm

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Giant lime tree at the cemetery in Annaberg

Giant lime tree at the cemetery in Annaberg, historical illustration, circa 1886

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: In the forests of Upper Silesia

In the forests of Upper Silesia, historical illustration, about 1886

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Basins of the sand filtration plant

Basins of the sand filtration plant, water supply of Hamburg, Germany, historical picture, about 1893, Europe

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Century plant, Agave americana

Century plant, Agave americana
Century plant, maguey, or American aloe, Agave americana

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Century plant, Agave americana

Century plant, Agave americana
Century plant, maguey, American aloe, Agave americana

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: American aloe, Agave americana, growing on the plains

American aloe, Agave americana, growing on the plains with three Native Americans beside it. Aquatint drawn and engraved by William Daniell from William Wood's Zoography, Cadell and Davies, 1807

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: American Aloe in Bloom in the Gardens of the Royal Botanic Society

American Aloe in Bloom in the Gardens of the Royal Botanic Society, Regent's Park, [London]

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Maguey field, between 1880 and 1897. Creator: William H. Jackson

Maguey field, between 1880 and 1897. Creator: William H. Jackson
Maguey field, between 1880 and 1897

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: American Aloe in Bloom in the Gardens of the Royal Botanic Society

American Aloe in Bloom in the Gardens of the Royal Botanic Society
1619391 American Aloe in Bloom in the Gardens of the Royal Botanic Society, Regents Park (engraving) by English School

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: American Aloe in Bloom, at Cloyne House (engraving)

American Aloe in Bloom, at Cloyne House (engraving)
1097276 American Aloe in Bloom, at Cloyne House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: American Aloe in Bloom, at Cloyne House)

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Great American Aloe in bloom, 1844. Creator: Unknown

Great American Aloe in bloom, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Great American Aloe in bloom, 1844. A very fine specimen of the Agave Americana, or Great American Aloe, in a state of blossoming... in the garden of the Rev. E

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Century Plant Impressions

Century Plant Impressions
Impressions left by Agave spines (Agave americana) are visible on a plant in an Oregon garden; Astoria, Oregon, United States of America

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: American Aloe (Aloe Americana), 1613

American Aloe (Aloe Americana), 1613. From Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler (1561-1629), 1613

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Collecting Honey-Water from a Maguey, 1916

Collecting Honey-Water from a Maguey, 1916. From America in Pictures, by H. Clive Barnard, M.A. B.Litt. [A. & C. Black, Limited, London, 1916]

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: AMERICAN ALOE IN BLOOM, AT CLOYNE HOUSE, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom

AMERICAN ALOE IN BLOOM, AT CLOYNE HOUSE, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Aloe americana minor

Aloe americana minor
Illustration from Flora Exotica (1720) by Johann Godfried Simula. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Background imageAmerican Aloe Collection: Cedrus libani, cedar of Lebanon & Agave americana, century p

Cedrus libani, cedar of Lebanon & Agave americana, century p
Sketch 252 from the Ehret Collection of Sketches (unbound) by Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London


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EDITORS COMMENTS

The American Aloe, also known as the Sentry plant or century plant, is a remarkable species called Agave americana. This majestic succulent has captured the attention of botanists and nature enthusiasts alike throughout history. Engravings from the Gardens of the Royal Botanic Society in Regents Park showcase the beauty in full bloom. The intricate details highlight its impressive size and striking yellow flowers that tower above its spiky leaves. Another engraving depicts this magnificent plant at Cloyne House, displaying its grandeur against a picturesque backdrop. Its towering stature commands attention and admiration from all who encounter it. In 1844, an unknown creator immortalized the Great American Aloe in bloom through their artwork. This masterpiece captures the essence of this extraordinary plant's allure and showcases its vibrant blossoms with great precision. Even back in 1613, people recognized the significance as it was depicted in illustrations alongside other notable plants like Crescentia cujete and Citrus decumana. Its presence among these esteemed botanical specimens solidifies its place in history. American Aloe not only captivates visually but also serves practical purposes. In 1916, an image shows individuals collecting honey-water from a Maguey - another name for this versatile plant. It highlights how humans have utilized various parts of this species for sustenance and medicinal purposes throughout time. The Century Plant Impressions further emphasize how deeply intertwined American Aloe is with human culture and artistry. These impressions showcase different aspects of this fascinating succulent, highlighting both its aesthetic appeal and cultural significance. Temple Flora Garden Nature presents an enchanting depiction from 1807 where American Aloe thrives amidst other flora varieties. Its resilience shines through as it stands tall amongst diverse companions within a serene garden setting. From gardens to engravings across continents such as Britain or Europe, United Kingdom residents have had opportunities to witness the beauty firsthand.

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