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Dragons blood, rattan or rotang, Daemonorops draco
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Dragons blood, rattan or rotang, Daemonorops draco
Dragons blood, rattan or rotang, Daemonorops draco (Calamus draco). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887
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Daemonorops draco, also known as Dragons Blood Rattan or Rotang, is a unique and intriguing plant species that has captured the imagination of people for centuries. This stunning chromolithograph is an accurate representation of the plant as illustrated in Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, published in Germany in 1887. The Daemonorops draco is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is characterized by its distinctive red sap, which oozes out when the plant is cut or damaged. This sap, which is rich in polyphenols and other bioactive compounds, has been traditionally used for various medicinal purposes in the region. It has been used to treat wounds, diarrhea, dysentery, and even as a dye. The plant itself is a type of climbing palm, with long, slender stems that can grow up to 30 meters in length. The stems are covered in small, scale-like leaves, and the plant produces large, yellow-green inflorescences that hang down from the canopy. The name "Daemonorops" comes from the Greek words "daimon," meaning spirit or demon, and "ops," meaning face, referring to the plant's unusual appearance. The chromolithograph provides a detailed and accurate representation of the plant, showcasing its unique features and intricate details. The use of chromolithography, a printing technique that involves the transfer of an image from a series of plates, allowed for the creation of high-quality, detailed illustrations that were widely used in scientific and medical publications during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This beautiful and informative illustration serves as a reminder of the rich biodiversity of the natural world and the importance of documenting and preserving plant species for future generations.
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