Bur grass, Tragus, and purslane, Portulaca species?

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Bur grass, Tragus, and purslane, Portulaca species?

Bur grass, Tragus species, and purslane, Portulaca species? Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript

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Adam Captions Edition Herb Herbal Krauterbuch Latin Lonicer Manuscript Pirate Purslane Species Woodblock Woodcut Portulaca

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1. Title: A Triumph of Nature's Diversity: Bur Grass, Tragus, and Purslane, Portulaca Species This exquisite handcoloured woodblock engraving, taken from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch or Herbal, published in Frankfurt in 1557, showcases three distinctive plant species: Bur grass (Juncus spp.), Tragus (Tragus spp.), and Purslane, Portulaca oleracea. The intricate details of their structures reveal the meticulous craftsmanship of the botanical illustrator. Bur grass, depicted on the left, is a common name for various species of sedge, characterized by their triangular stems and distinctive flower spikes. In the Middle Ages, they were used for thatching roofs and making mats. Moving to the center, Tragus, represented by the small, round plant with a long, curved horn-like structure, is a genus of plants from the lily family. The horn-like structure is actually a modified inflorescence, which was believed to have medicinal properties in ancient times. Lastly, Purslane, Portulaca oleracea, is shown on the right. This succulent plant, with its fleshy leaves and yellow flowers, has been cultivated for its edible parts since ancient times. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and is still consumed as a leafy vegetable in many parts of the world. This 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and English manuscript, is a testament to the global reach and influence of botanical knowledge during the Renaissance. It serves as a reminder of the rich history of botany, medicine, and the natural world, which continues to inspire and captivate us today.

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