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Bistort, Persicaria bistorta
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Bistort, Persicaria bistorta
Bistort, Persicaria bistorta (Polygonum bistorta). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, (Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants), Jena, 1876
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Artus Bistort Gewachse Hand Atlas Handbook Herbal Medical Pharmaceutical Mediinisch Pharmaceutischer Persicaria Polygonum Sammtlicher Willibald Bistorta
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts Bistort, Persicaria bistorta, also known as Polygonum bistorta. The image is taken from Dr. Willibald Artus's comprehensive botanical work, "Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants" published in Jena, Germany, in 1876. Bistort, a perennial herb native to Europe, Asia, and North America, is characterized by its long, slender rhizomes and triangular, lobed leaves. The plant produces small, greenish-white flowers in dense, spikelike inflorescences. Historically, Bistort has been used in traditional medicine for various ailments, including menstrual disorders, diarrhea, and wounds. The engraving showcases the intricate details of the plant's morphology, with its veined leaves, stem, and roots rendered in meticulous detail. The handcolouring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, enhancing the botanical accuracy and aesthetic appeal. Dr. Willibald Artus was a renowned German botanist, pharmacist, and publisher, who dedicated his career to documenting and disseminating knowledge about medicinal plants. His "Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants" was a groundbreaking work, featuring over 1,200 species and providing detailed descriptions, illustrations, and uses in medicine. This image of Bistort serves as a testament to the rich history of botanical illustration and the importance of documenting the natural world for medicinal and scientific purposes.
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