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Turnips, Brassica rapa
Turnips, Brassica rapa. 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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This exquisite handcoloured woodblock engraving depicts Turnips, Brassica rapa, from the botanical masterpiece, Krauterbuch or Herbal, by Adam Lonicer. Originally published in Frankfurt in 1557, this illustration is from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of the original work. The meticulously detailed image showcases the intricacies of the turnip's roots and leaves, with the bulbous root prominently displayed. Turnips, a cool-season vegetable, belong to the Brassicaceae family, with Brassica rapa being the specific species. They are cultivated for their swollen, edible roots, which are rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, calcium, and fiber. The turnip greens, which are also edible, are a good source of vitamins A and K. The Krauterbuch, or Herbal, was a comprehensive compendium of medicinal plants, featuring illustrations and descriptions in various languages, including Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and English. This multilingual approach made the work accessible to a diverse audience, reflecting the global reach of botanical knowledge during the Renaissance period. The turnip, with its Latin name Brassica rapa, was valued not only for its culinary uses but also for its medicinal properties. In the pirate edition of the Krauterbuch, the turnip is described as "siccum," meaning dry, and "humidus," meaning moist or wet, reflecting its versatility in various cooking methods and its use in traditional medicine.
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