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Alum root or wild cranesbill, Geranium maculatum
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Alum root or wild cranesbill, Geranium maculatum
Alum root or wild cranesbill, Geranium maculatum. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880
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Alum Root or Wild Cranesbill, Geranium maculatum, is depicted in this stunning handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart, based on a botanical illustration by David Blair, published in Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's Medicinal Plants in 1880. The Alum Root, also known as Wild Cranesbill, is a perennial herb native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The plant derives its name from the aluminum sulfate that can be extracted from its rhizomes, which were historically used as a coagulant in dyeing and tanning industries. In the realm of herbal medicine, Alum Root was believed to possess various therapeutic properties. It was used to treat ailments such as diarrhea, dysentery, and wounds. The plant's rhizomes were also applied externally to soothe skin irritations, including eczema and psoriasis. The botanical illustration showcases the plant's intricate details, revealing its distinctive lobed leaves and pink to purple flowers. The Alum Root's leaves are palmate, meaning they have lobes that radiate from a central point, and are covered in small, dark spots, giving the plant its common name, 'maculatum,' which means 'spotted' in Latin. This beautiful lithograph serves as a testament to the intrigue and fascination that botanical discoveries held during the late 19th century. It offers a glimpse into the past, when natural remedies played a significant role in healthcare and the pursuit of knowledge about the natural world was a source of great curiosity and wonder.
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