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Yellow jessamine or jasmine, Gelsemium sempervirens
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Yellow jessamine or jasmine, Gelsemium sempervirens
Yellow jessamine or jasmine, Gelsemium sempervirens (Gelsenium sempervirens). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts the vibrant and fragrant Yellow Jessamine, also known as Gelsemium sempervirens or Gelsenium sempervirens. The botanical illustration, created in 1887, was part of Hermann Adolph Koehler's comprehensive work on medicinal plants, edited by Gustav Pabst. Yellow Jessamine is a beautiful, evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. Its yellow, jasmine-like flowers bloom in clusters, releasing a sweet and intoxicating fragrance that has long been admired and appreciated. The plant's attractive appearance and alluring scent have made it a popular ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. In the realm of herbal medicine, Yellow Jessamine has a rich history. Indigenous peoples of the southeastern United States have used the plant for various medicinal purposes, including the treatment of fever, pain, and gastrointestinal issues. European settlers adopted these traditional uses and incorporated the plant into their own herbal practices. The active compounds in Yellow Jessamine, including gelsemine and jatrorripsine, have been found to have sedative, analgesic, and antispasmodic properties. These properties have led to the plant's use in the treatment of conditions such as anxiety, insomnia, and gastrointestinal disorders. This exquisite chromolithograph not only serves as a testament to the beauty of Yellow Jessamine but also highlights its historical and medicinal significance. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the plant to life, allowing us to appreciate its natural beauty and the role it has played in the development of herbal medicine.
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