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Mupta or mptah, Acokanthera schimperi
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Mupta or mptah, Acokanthera schimperi
Mupta or mptah, Acokanthera schimperi (Acocanthera abyssinica). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887
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Mupta or Mptah, scientifically known as Acokanthera schimperi, is a small tree native to eastern and southern Africa. This stunning chromolithograph is a beautiful representation of the plant, taken from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, published in Germany in 1887. The botanical illustration captures the intricate details of the Mupta's leaves, which are arranged oppositely and have a glossy, dark green color. The tree is also adorned with small, white flowers that bloom in clusters. Mupta holds significant cultural and medicinal importance in Africa. The tree's sap contains the potent cardioactive alkaloid, ouabain, which has been used traditionally as a heart stimulant and poison for arrow tips. The plant's bark and roots have been used to treat various ailments, including heart conditions, rheumatism, and fever. The Mupta tree is a symbol of the rich biodiversity of African flora and the traditional knowledge that has been passed down through generations. This chromolithograph is not only an aesthetic representation of the plant but also a testament to the importance of documenting and preserving the world's natural wonders and the knowledge surrounding them.
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