African redwood, Hagenia abyssinica

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

African redwood, Hagenia abyssinica

African redwood, Hagenia abyssinica (Brayera anthelmintica). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, (Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants), Jena, 1876

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 23152196

© Florilegius/Mary Evans

Artus Gewachse Hand Atlas Handbook Herbal Medical Pharmaceutical Mediinisch Pharmaceutischer Redwood Rosewood Sammtlicher Willibald Brayera Cusso Hagenia Kousso

EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the African Redwood tree, scientifically known as Hagenia abyssinica, also referred to as Brayera anthelmintica, Kossobaum, or East Rosewood. The image is taken from Dr. Willibald Artus's comprehensive Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants, published in Jena, Germany, in 1876. The African Redwood is an evergreen tree native to Ethiopia and Eritrea, growing up to 20 meters tall. Its dark, richly textured bark and glossy, oval leaves give way to clusters of fragrant, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the spring. The tree's name, anthelmintica, derives from its traditional use as a natural dewormer for livestock and humans. The intricate details of the tree's form and foliage are beautifully rendered in this engraving, with the delicate veining of the leaves and the subtle variations in bark texture expertly captured. The vibrant colors of the hand-painted elements further enhance the image's lifelike quality, making it a captivating representation of this remarkable tree. The African Redwood holds cultural and medicinal significance for the people of Ethiopia and Eritrea, who have used various parts of the tree for centuries to treat a range of ailments, including intestinal worms, respiratory issues, and skin conditions. Today, the tree continues to be a source of interest for researchers, who are studying its potential uses in modern medicine.

MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.