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Turmeric leaves, Curcuma longa L var macrophylla
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Turmeric leaves, Curcuma longa L var macrophylla
Turmeric leaves, Curcuma longa L. var. macrophylla Miq. (Zingiberacea).. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884. Iwasaki (1786-1842) was a Japanese botanist, entomologist and zoologist. He was one of the first Japanese botanists to incorporate western knowledge into his studies
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Curcuma Guide Honzo Iwasaki Kanen Longa Macrophylla Medicinal Turmeric Woodblock Zingiberacea Zufu
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This stunning color-printed woodblock engraving depicts the vibrant Turmeric leaves, or Curcuma longa L. var. macrophylla, from the Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants published in Japan in 1884. The engraving was created by the skilled hand of Kan en Iwasaki, a Japanese botanist, entomologist, and zoologist born in 1786. Iwasaki was a pioneer in incorporating Western knowledge into his studies, making him one of the first Japanese botanists to blend traditional and modern approaches to plant science. The Turmeric plant, a member of the Zingiberaceae family, is native to South Asia and is renowned for its distinctive rhizomes, which are used extensively in cooking and traditional medicine. However, this image focuses on the large, glossy leaves, their rich green hue contrasting beautifully with the intricate details of their veins and edges. The delicate patterns and textures are expertly rendered in this woodblock engraving, a testament to the artistry and precision of the craft. The Honzo Zufu was a groundbreaking work, featuring over 1,100 plant species and their illustrations, and was instrumental in advancing the field of botanical studies in Japan during the late Edo period. This Turmeric leaf engraving is a remarkable example of the beauty and intricacy of the natural world, as well as the dedication and skill of the botanists and artists who documented it.
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