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Wild garlic, Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon
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Wild garlic, Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon
Wild garlic, Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon, and sand leek, Allium scorodoprasum. 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 Allium Captions Edition Garlic Herb Herbal Krauterbuch Latin Leek Lonicer Pirate Sand Sativum Wild Woodblock Woodcut
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This exquisite handcoloured woodblock engraving showcases three distinct varieties of Allium, or garlic, plants: Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon (wild garlic), Allium scorodoprasum (sand leek), and Allium sativum (common garlic). The illustration is taken from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, published in Frankfurt in 1557. This particular print is believed to be from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations, featuring captions in multiple languages, including Latin, Greek, French, Italian, and English manuscript. Wild garlic, also known as Allium ophioscorodon, is a native European plant that thrives in woodlands and damp meadows. Its distinctive white flowers bloom in late spring, creating a beautiful carpet of foliage that resembles garlic leaves. The plant's bulbs, leaves, and flowers have long been used for medicinal purposes, including the treatment of digestive issues, respiratory problems, and as an antiseptic. Sand leek, or Allium scorodoprasum, is another native European plant, commonly found near the seashore. Its distinctive blue-green leaves and white flowers bloom in late spring and early summer. The plant has a pungent, garlic-like taste and has been used in cooking and traditional medicine for centuries. It was believed to have various health benefits, including aiding digestion and boosting the immune system. Common garlic, or Allium sativum, is the most widely cultivated and consumed variety of garlic worldwide. Its bulbs, which are made up of numerous small cloves, have a strong, pungent taste and are used extensively in cooking for their flavor and medicinal properties. Garlic has been used for thousands of years for its numerous health benefits, including reducing inflammation, boosting the immune system, and improving cardiovascular health.
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