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Lesser celandine or pilewort, Ficaria verna
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Lesser celandine or pilewort, Ficaria verna
Lesser celandine or pilewort, Ficaria verna, Ficaria ranunculoides, Ficaire fauss renoncule. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lebrun after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871. Lesser celandine or pilewort, Ficaria verna, Ficaria ranunculoides, Ficaire fauss renoncule. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lebrun after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871. Lesser celandine or pilewort, Ficaria verna, Ficaria ranunculoides, Ficaire fauss renoncule. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lebrun after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871
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Buttercup Celandine Dupuis Edouard Francois Gerard Herincq Lebrun Lesser Maubert Oscar Pierre Regne Renoncule Reveil Verna Ficaria Pilewort
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This stunning hand-colored steel engraving depicts the Lesser Celandine or Pilewort, Ficaria verna, also known as Ficaria ranunculoides, Ficaire fauss renoncule, and other names. The botanical illustration was created by Edouard Maubert and engraved by Lebrun for the publication "La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale" by Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard, and Francois Herincqs in Paris between 1864 and 1871. The Lesser Celandine is a low-growing perennial plant native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is characterized by its bright yellow, buttercup-like flowers that bloom in early spring before the leaves appear. The plant gets its common name "pilewort" from its use in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including piles or hemorrhoids. The intricate details of the plant's veins, stems, and leaves are beautifully captured in this engraving, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship of the illustrator and engraver. The hand-coloring adds an additional layer of vibrancy and depth to the image, making it a true work of art. This botanical illustration was part of a larger publication dedicated to the medical uses of plants, highlighting the importance of natural remedies during the 19th century. The Lesser Celandine was widely used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, astringent, and hemostatic properties. Today, it is still used in herbal medicine for treating various conditions, including skin irritations, diarrhea, and liver disorders. This engraving is a testament to the rich history of botanical illustration and its role in documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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