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Jerusalem artichoke or sunchoke, Helianthus tuberosus
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Jerusalem artichoke or sunchoke, Helianthus tuberosus
Jerusalem artichoke or sunchoke, Helianthus tuberosus, Topinambour. Handcoloured steel engraving by Debray after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871. Jerusalem artichoke or sunchoke, Helianthus tuberosus, Topinambour. Handcoloured steel engraving by Debray after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871
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Agricoles Artichoke Dupuis Edouard Forestieres Francois Gerard Helianthus Herincq Jerusalem Maubert Oscar Pierre Planets Regne Reveil Vegetal Tuberosus
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This stunning hand-coloured steel engraving depicts the Jerusalem artichoke or sunchoke, Helianthus tuberosus, also known as Topinambour. The botanical illustration was created by Edouard Maubert and engraved by Debray for the horticultural work "La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres" published by Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs in Paris between 1864 and 1871. The Jerusalem artichoke is a perennial plant native to North America, belonging to the sunflower family. The tuberous roots of the plant are edible and have a sweet, nutty flavour, making them a popular culinary ingredient. The plant is named "Jerusalem artichoke" due to the erroneous belief that it was brought back from the Holy Land, while the name "sunchoke" comes from its sunflower-like appearance. The intricately detailed engraving showcases the various features of the Jerusalem artichoke plant, from its tall, sunflower-like stem and large, broad leaves, to the tuberous roots that grow beneath the surface. The hand-colouring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, highlighting the plant's unique characteristics. This beautiful botanical illustration provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the 19th century, showcasing the intricacies of the Jerusalem artichoke plant in exquisite detail. It is a testament to the skill and artistry of the botanical illustrators and engravers of the time, who dedicated themselves to documenting the natural world for future generations.
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