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Plantain, Plantago major, and ribwort plantain
Plantain, Plantago major, and ribwort plantain, Plantago lanceolata. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript
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Adam Captions Edition Herb Herbal Krauterbuch Lanceolata Latin Lonicer Maior Major Minor Pirate Plantago Plantain Woodblock Woodcut Ribwort
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1. Title: Plantain and Ribwort Plantain - A Botanical Exploration of Plantago major and Plantago lanceolata This handcoloured woodblock engraving, hailing from the renowned "Krauterbuch" or Herbal by Adam Lonicer, published in Frankfurt in 1557, showcases the intricate details of two closely related plant species: Plantain, Plantago major, and Ribwort Plantain, Plantago lanceolata. The central figure in this illustration is Plantago major, commonly known as Broadleaf Plantain or Common Plantain. Its large, broad leaves, with ribbed edges and a rosette-like base, are prominently displayed. The plant is shown in its entirety, with a flowering stem emerging from the center, bearing small, yellow flowers. Adjacent to Plantago major, Ribwort Plantain, Plantago lanceolata, is depicted. This species is characterized by its slender, lance-shaped leaves and a more elongated flowering stem. The delicate, white flowers are arranged in a dense, spike-like inflorescence. This botanical illustration is a testament to the meticulous work of the 16th-century botanical artists and their ability to capture the essence of these plants with remarkable accuracy. The intricate details, from the veins on the leaves to the delicate petals of the flowers, are rendered with exquisite precision. The Krauterbuch, or Herbal, was a groundbreaking work in the field of botany and medicine during the Renaissance. This woodblock engraving is part of a 17th-century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, which includes captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and English manuscript. The Latin name for Plantago major is "Plantago major," and for Ribwort Plantain, it is "Plantago lanceolata." This botanical illustration holds significant value for those interested in the history of botany, medicine, and the natural world. It serves as a reminder of the rich heritage of botanical exploration and the beauty and diversity of the plant kingdom.
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