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Yellow-wort, Blackstonia perfoliata
Yellow-wort, Blackstonia perfoliata (Yellow centaury, Chlora perfoliata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London, 1816
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Centaury Classes Duppa Linnaean Orders Perfoliata System Vegetable
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Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76cm (20" x 29.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts Yellow-wort, Blackstonia perfoliata, also known as Yellow centaury or Chlora perfoliata. The image is taken from Richard Duppa's seminal work, "The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany," published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, and Brown in London in 1816. Duppa's meticulous illustration captures the intricate details of this beautiful plant, with its bright yellow flowers arranged in dense clusters atop slender stems. The leaves, which are arranged in a rosette at the base of the plant and perfoliate, or appear to surround the stem, are depicted in lush green tones. Yellow-wort is a native plant of Europe, particularly in damp meadows and bogs. It is a valuable addition to the natural world, providing nectar for various insects, including bees and butterflies. The plant's medicinal properties have been known since ancient times, with records of its use dating back to the Greeks and Romans. It was believed to have various therapeutic uses, including the treatment of jaundice, gout, and liver complaints. The Linnaean System of Botany, developed by Carl Linnaeus in the 18th century, revolutionized the way plants were classified and named. Duppa's work was a significant contribution to this system, providing accurate and detailed illustrations of a wide range of plant species. This Yellow-wort engraving is a testament to Duppa's skill as an illustrator and his dedication to documenting the natural world. The intricate details captured in this print continue to fascinate and inspire botanists and natural history enthusiasts today.
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