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Muninga or barwood, Pterocarpus erinaceus
5855130 Muninga or barwood, Pterocarpus erinaceus; (add.info.: Muninga or barwood, Pterocarpus erinaceus. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G. Reid and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson and James Morss Churchill's "Medical Botany: or Illustrations and descriptions of the medicinal plants of the London, Edinburgh, and Dublin pharmacopoeias," John Churchill, London, 1831.); © Florilegius
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1831 Charcoal Churchill Drawn Drug Fuel Herb Herbal James John Medicinal Morss Pharmacopoeia Reid Steel Stephenson Weddell Barwood Erinaceus Kino Pterocarpus
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This stunning botanical illustration captures the intricate details of Muninga or barwood, Pterocarpus erinaceus, a species known for its beautiful charcoal-colored wood and medicinal properties. The handcolored print showcases the delicate flower and leaves of this plant, expertly drawn by G. Reid and engraved on steel by Weddell.
Muninga or barwood has been used for centuries as a source of fuel, dye, and herbal medicine. Its sap contains kino, a substance with healing properties that have made it a valuable ingredient in traditional remedies. Additionally, Muninga is known to form symbiotic relationships with rhizobia bacteria in the soil, making it an important component of sustainable agriculture practices.
This illustration is part of John Stephenson and James Morss Churchill's "Medical Botany," a comprehensive guide to the medicinal plants found in pharmacopoeias across London, Edinburgh, and Dublin. The detailed depiction of Muninga or barwood serves as both an educational tool for botanists and a work of art for admirers of natural beauty.
Whether you are interested in the practical uses of herbal medicine or simply appreciate the aesthetic appeal of botanical illustrations, this print is sure to captivate your imagination. Displayed prominently in any space, it will undoubtedly spark curiosity and admiration for the wonders of nature.
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