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Elephant foot yam, Amorphophallus campanulatus
Elephant foot yam or whitespot giant arum, Amorphophallus campanulatus. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1862-65
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This stunning handcoloured lithograph showcases the unique and intriguing Elephant Foot Yam, scientifically known as Amorphophallus campanulatus. Native to India and other parts of Asia, this plant is a member of the Arum family and is characterized by its large, fleshy, and distinctively shaped root, which resembles an elephant's foot. The plant's large, paeoniifolius leaves, adorned with white spots, can be seen in the background, providing a striking contrast to the dark, textured root. The Elephant Foot Yam, also known as the Whitespot Giant Arum, is an important food source in many Asian cultures, particularly in Ayurvedic medicine. The starchy root is cooked and consumed much like a yam or sweet potato, and is rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, calcium, and iron. This beautiful and intricately detailed lithograph is taken from the renowned horticultural publication "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe," produced by Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire between 1862 and 1865 in Ghent, Belgium. The publication was known for its high-quality, handcoloured plates, which captured the essence and beauty of various plant species from around the world. This particular plate highlights the artistic and scientific significance of the Elephant Foot Yam, showcasing its unique features and intriguing characteristics in exquisite detail.
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