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Crown brodiaea, Brodiaea coronaria
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Crown brodiaea, Brodiaea coronaria
Crown brodiaea, Brodiaea coronaria (Large-flowered brodiaea, Brodiaea grandiflora). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Mills from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslows The Botanist, London, 1836
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Benjamin Botanist Coronaria Grandiflora Henslow Large Flowered Maund Mills Stevens
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the stunning beauty of the Crown Brodiaea, Brodiaea coronaria, also known as Large-flowered Brodiaea, Brodiaea grandiflora. The image is based on a meticulous botanical illustration by Mills, as published in Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow's esteemed work, "The Botanist," in London during 1836. The Crown Brodiaea is a native plant of the western United States and Mexico, characterized by its elegant, tall spikes of bell-shaped, violet-blue flowers with distinctive yellow markings. The plant derives its common name from the distinctive crown-like arrangement of the leaves at the base of the stem. This Victorian-era botanical illustration captures the intricate details of the Crown Brodiaea's petals, veins, and leaves, providing an accurate and captivating representation of the plant. The use of hand-coloring adds a richness and depth to the image, making it a true work of art. Botanical illustrations like this one were essential during the Victorian era for the advancement of botany and horticulture. They allowed scientists and gardeners to accurately identify and study plants from different parts of the world, leading to new discoveries and the development of beautiful gardens. The Crown Brodiaea remains a popular plant among gardeners and botanists today, and this stunning botanical illustration serves as a testament to its enduring beauty and significance in the history of botany.
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