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Hyoscyamus aureus, golden flowered henbane
Folio 41 from A Collection of Flowers (1795) by John Edwards. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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1768 1795 18th Century Asterid Edwards Eudicot Folio Henbane Hyoscyamus John Edwards Petal Angiospermae Black Henbane Dicot Dicotyledon Hyoscyamus Niger Magnoliophyta
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Folio 41 from A Collection of Flowers, published between 1768 and 1795 by the renowned English botanist John Edwards, showcases the stunning golden beauty of Hyoscyamus aureus, commonly known as golden flowered henbane. This exquisite botanical illustration, held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, captures the intricate details of this Angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that first appeared during the Cretaceous period. The golden henbane, a member of the Solanaceae family, is an Eudicot, which means it possesses two seed leaves (cotyledons) upon germination. It is also an Asterid, a large clade of flowering plants that includes sunflowers, daisies, and petunias. Hyoscyamus aureus is distinguished by its vibrant, golden flowers, which contrast sharply against the plant's dark green foliage. Each flower boasts a five-lobed corolla, with the petals arranged in a symmetrical pattern. The plant's bell-shaped flowers bloom in clusters, attracting various pollinators, ensuring the plant's continued growth. It is important to note that while this illustration showcases the botanical beauty of Hyoscyamus aureus, it is essential to remember that some parts of the plant, including Hyoscyamus niger, or black henbane, contain potent alkaloids that can be toxic. These alkaloids have been used historically for medicinal purposes, but they also pose a risk to humans and animals if ingested. John Edwards' meticulous illustration of Hyoscyamus aureus serves as a testament to the natural world's intricacy and complexity. The golden henbane's allure lies not only in its captivating appearance but also in the scientific knowledge it offers, contributing to our understanding of the vast and diverse plant kingdom.
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