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Rhododendron lanatum
Rhododendron lanatum. Copied from Joseph Dalton Hooker. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1851
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This stunning handcoloured lithograph depicts Rhododendron lanatum, a captivating rhododendron species native to the Himalayas. The image is taken from Joseph Dalton Hooker's Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe, or "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe," published in Ghent, Belgium, in 1851. The work was a collaborative effort between Hooker, a renowned British botanist, and the Belgian horticulturists Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires. Rhododendron lanatum, commonly known as the Woolly Rhododendron, is characterized by its large, velvety, lanate leaves and clusters of bell-shaped, white flowers with pink stripes. The plant thrives in cool, moist climates and is found at high altitudes in the eastern Himalayas, primarily in Bhutan, Nepal, and Sikkim. The intricate details of the Rhododendron lanatum's foliage and flowers are beautifully captured in this lithograph, which showcases the exquisite artistry of the collaborators. The delicate shading and vibrant colors bring the plant to life, providing a captivating glimpse into the rich botanical diversity of the Himalayas during the 19th century. This botanical illustration serves as a testament to the importance of botanical exploration and documentation during the Victorian era, when Europeans were discovering and documenting new plant species from around the world. The collaboration between Hooker, Van Houtte, and Lemaires resulted in a comprehensive record of the flora of Europe and its colonies, making this work an essential resource for botanical research and horticultural pursuits.
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