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Large-flowered barrenwort, Epimedium grandiflorum

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Large-flowered barrenwort, Epimedium grandiflorum

Large-flowered barrenwort, Epimedium grandiflorum (Large-flowered epimedium, Epimedium macranthum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S. Nevitt after a botanical illustration by Miss Sara Maund from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslows The Botanist, London, 1836

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Benjamin Botanist Grandiflorum Henslow Large Flowered Maund Nevitt Sara Stevens Barrenwort Epimedium Miss


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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the captivating beauty of the Large-flowered Barrenwort, Epimedium grandiflorum (also known as Epimedium macranthum), a rare and intriguing plant that was a popular subject in Victorian botanical illustrations. The engraving, produced by S. Nevitt after a botanical illustration by Miss Sara Maund, was published in Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow's esteemed publication, "The Botanist," in London, 1836. The Large-flowered Barrenwort, native to China and the Himalayas, is a hardy perennial herb that thrives in woodland environments. Its elegant, tuberous roots produce striking, heart-shaped leaves that emerge in early spring, followed by an array of delicate, nodding flowers in shades of pink, purple, and red. The flowers appear in late spring to early summer, and their unique shape and vibrant colors have long intrigued botanists and gardeners alike. This engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the Victorian botanical illustrators. The intricate veining on the leaves, the delicate petals of the flowers, and the subtle shading all contribute to a stunning visual representation of this rare and beautiful plant. The use of hand-coloring further enhances the engraving's lifelike quality, bringing the Large-flowered Barrenwort to life on the page. As a valued addition to any botanical collection, this engraving not only showcases the aesthetic appeal of the Large-flowered Barrenwort but also serves as a reminder of the rich history of botanical illustration and the important role it played in documenting and preserving the natural world during the Victorian era.

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