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Ghost plant, ghost pipe, Indian pipe or corpse plant, Monotiopa uniflora
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Ghost plant, ghost pipe, Indian pipe or corpse plant, Monotiopa uniflora
6339746 Ghost plant, ghost pipe, Indian pipe or corpse plant, Monotiopa uniflora by Endicott (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Ghost plant, ghost pipe, Indian pipe or corpse plant, Monotiopa uniflora. Handcoloured lithograph by Endicott after a botanical illustration from John Torreys A Flora of the State of New York, Carroll and Cook, Albany, 1843. The plates drawn by John Torrey, Agnes Mitchell, Elizabeth Paoley and Swinton. John Torrey was an American botanist, chemist and physician 1796-1873.); © Florilegius
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A Flora Of The State Of New York Agnes Mitchell Botanical Art Botanical Illustration Botanical Plate Draughtsman Elizabeth Paoley Endicott Illustrating John Torrey Lower New York New York City New York Scientific Illustration Swinton Vue De New York Handcoloured
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This print showcases the ethereal beauty of the Ghost plant, also known as ghost pipe, Indian pipe, or corpse plant (Monotiopa uniflora). The handcoloured lithograph by Endicott captures every intricate detail of this mysterious and rare botanical specimen. Originally featured in John Torrey's renowned book "A Flora of the State of New York" published in 1843, this artwork is a testament to the scientific and artistic collaboration that flourished during the 18th-19th century. Torrey himself was an esteemed American botanist, chemist, and physician who dedicated his life to studying plants. The delicate colors used in this lithograph bring out the subtle nuances of the Ghost plant's unique form. Its pale white petals seem almost translucent against a dark background, giving it an otherworldly appearance that perfectly matches its evocative name. As we admire this botanical masterpiece, we are reminded of nature's ability to surprise us with its diversity and complexity. This image serves as a reminder that even in seemingly lifeless environments like forests or graveyards where these plants often thrive, beauty can still emerge from unexpected places. Whether you appreciate it for its scientific significance or simply for its aesthetic appeal, this print is sure to captivate anyone with an interest in botany or natural history.
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