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Purple-flowered barbacenia, Barbacenia purpurea
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Purple-flowered barbacenia, Barbacenia purpurea
Purple-flowered barbacenia, Barbacenia purpurea. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Mills from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslows The Botanist, London, 1836
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Benjamin Botanist Brazil Henslow Maund Mills Purpurea Stevens Purple Flowered
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the stunning purple-flowered Barbacenia purpurea, a plant native to Brazil. The illustration was created by the skilled hand of Mills, based on observations made by Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow, and published in their renowned botanical work, "The Botanist," in London, 1836. The Barbacenia purpurea, also known as the purple-flowered barbacenia, is a beautiful epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants for support, and is a common sight in the lush, tropical forests of South America. The plant's vibrant, deep purple flowers are a striking contrast against the lush, green foliage, making it a popular addition to Victorian gardens and botanical collections. The intricate details of the plant's leaves and flowers are masterfully captured in this engraving, with each vein and petal rendered with precision and care. The use of hand-coloring adds an extra layer of beauty and depth to the illustration, bringing the plant to life in a way that a black-and-white reproduction could not. This engraving is a testament to the dedication and expertise of the botanical illustrators and publishers of the Victorian era, who meticulously documented the natural world for the benefit of science and art. The Barbacenia purpurea remains a beloved plant today, and this beautiful illustration continues to inspire and delight botanists, horticulturists, and garden enthusiasts alike.
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