Indian Shot Collection

The Cane of India. Indian shot, Canna indica. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Precious
FLO4597029 The Cane of India. Indian shot, Canna indica. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Precious and illuminated collection of the most beautiful and curious flowers

Indian shot, achira or meeru, Canna indica (Canna edulis). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical
FLO4985542 Indian shot, achira or meeru, Canna indica (Canna edulis). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Indian shot, Canna indica hybrids. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite
5893890 Indian shot, Canna indica hybrids. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896

Indian Shot (Canna indica) (w/c on paper)
880257 Indian Shot (Canna indica) (w/c on paper) by Italian School, (16th century); Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: 17 1/4 x 12 1/4 in)

Canna lily, Indian shot, Canna x generalis, Close up showing pattern of leaf with water droplets

Indian Canna -Canna hybrids-, Erlangen Botanical Garden, Erlangen, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

Canna indica, Baslisier der Indes; Indian Shot, Achira, Redoute, Pierre Joseph, 1759-1840, les liliacees, 1802 - 1816

Indian Shot or Saka Siri (Canna indica), Cannaceae by Giovanni Antonio Bottione, watercolor, 1770-1781
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume XXIII, Plate 75 by Giovanni Antonio Bottione: Indian Shot or Saka Siri (Canna indica), Cannaceae

Canna x generalis Wyoming
Indian Shot (Canna x generalis Wyoming ) flower. Cannas are from tropical and sub-tropical America but the rhizomes can withstand frost if given protection in the winter

Canna indica, Indian shot
Plate 919 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Indian shot (Canna Durban ) leaf
Indian shot (Canna Durban ). Close-up of the leaf vein patterns

Indian shot (Canna Durban ) leaf
Indian shot (Canna Durban ). Close-up of the leaf vein patterns

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of Indian Shot: Canna indica (Canna edulis)" Step into the enchanting world of Indian shot, also known as achira or meeru. This captivating plant, scientifically named Canna indica (Canna edulis), has been beautifully depicted in a handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's Medicinal Plants in London, 1880. Intriguing hybrids can be found in a chromolithograph by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, published by Frederick Warne in London, 1896. These hybrids showcase the mesmerizing diversity within the Canna indica family. The watercolor depiction (Canna indica) on paper showcases its exquisite beauty and delicate features. The artist skillfully captures every intricate detail, highlighting its vibrant colors and graceful form. A close-up view reveals the fascinating patterns adorning the leaves of Canna x generalis, commonly referred to as both Canna lily and Indian shot. Glistening with water droplets, these leaves create an enchanting spectacle that captivates any observer. Visiting Erlangen Botanical Garden in Bavaria, Germany offers an opportunity to marvel at stunning displays of Indian Cannas - hybrid varieties that blend different characteristics to create unique blooms. Witness firsthand their breathtaking array of colors and shapes that add vibrancy to any landscape. Delving deeper into history brings us Pierre Joseph Redoute's Baslisier der Indes; his portrayal showcases another facet of this remarkable plant. His work serves as a testament to how long humanity has marveled at the allure throughout centuries. Giovanni Antonio Bottione's watercolor masterpiece depicts yet another variation called Saka Siri or Indian Shot (Canna indica). Created between 1770-1781, this artwork showcases the timeless appeal and its enduring popularity.