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Black mullein, Verbascum nigrum, and moth mullein
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Black mullein, Verbascum nigrum, and moth mullein
Black mullein, Verbascum nigrum, and moth mullein, V. blattaria.. Handcolored botanical copperplate engraving from Joshua Hamiltons Culpepers English Family Physician; or Medical Herbal Enlarged, with Several Hundred Additional Plants, Principally from Sir John Hill, London, W. Locke, 1792
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1. Title: "A Harmonious Duo: Black Mullein and Moth Mullein in Botanical Splendor" This handcolored botanical copperplate engraving, taken from Joshua Hamilton's "Culpeper's English Family Physician; or Medical Herbal, Enlarged," published in London in 1792, showcases two intriguing members of the mullein family: Black Mullein, Verbascum nigrum, and Moth Mullein, Verbascum blattaria. Black Mullein, the plant on the left, is depicted in its full glory, its tall, velvety spikes of yellow flowers reaching towards the sky. The plant's name derives from its dark, hairy stems and leaves, which contrast sharply with the lighter hues of its flowers. Historically used in herbal medicine, Black Mullein was believed to have various therapeutic properties, including soothing coughs, treating wounds, and even acting as a laxative. On the right, Moth Mullein, or the Cabbage White Butterfly's Favorite, is illustrated with its distinctive, flat, and broad, light-colored leaves. This mullein variety is known for its close relationship with moths and butterflies, which use its leaves as a protective shelter. The plant's flowers, though not present in this engraving, are typically small, greenish-yellow, and clustered in a spike. The intricate details of these plants, captured through the artistry of copperplate engraving, offer a glimpse into the rich history of botanical illustration and the fascination with the natural world during the late 18th century. This image invites us to appreciate the beauty and intricacy of these plants, as well as the knowledge and skill of the botanical artists and publishers of the time.
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