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Asarabacca, Asarum europaeum
Asarabacca, European wild ginger, hazelwort or wild spikenard, Asarum europaeum. Handcoloured lithograph by Henry Sowerby after an illustration by A.E. from Edward Hamiltons Flora Homeopathica, Bailliere, London, 1852
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Asarum Europaeum Flora Ginger Hamilton Herbal Homeopathica Homeopathy Sowerby Wild Asarabacca Spikenard
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the enchanting beauty of nature with our exquisite Asarabacca Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, featuring the European wild ginger (Asarum europaeum), is taken from a handcoloured lithograph by Henry Sowerby, meticulously created after an illustration by A.E. Originally sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed print brings the intricate details and vibrant colors of this rare and fascinating plant right into your home or office. Add a touch of elegance and wonder to your space with this stunning work of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 32.9cm x 53.3cm (13" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Asarabacca, scientifically known as Asarum europaeum, is a beautiful and intriguing plant in the Aristolochiaceae family, commonly referred to as European wild ginger, hazelwort, or wild spikenard. This hand-colored lithograph by Henry Sowerby, after an illustration by A.E., is taken from Edward Hamilton's Flora Homeopathica, published in London in 1852. The image showcases the unique and delicate features of the Asarabacca plant, with its heart-shaped, waxy leaves arranged in a rosette and its creeping rhizomes that give rise to new plants. Asarabacca has a rich history in both botany and medicine. In the botanical world, it is valued for its distinctive morphology and is often used as an ornamental plant. In the medical field, it has been used for centuries for various therapeutic purposes. Homeopaths, in particular, have long been interested in the plant due to its potential medicinal properties. The plant's rhizomes were traditionally used to make a tea or tincture, which was believed to have a warming effect on the body and to help alleviate symptoms of rheumatism, gout, and other joint pains. The plant's essential oil was also used topically to treat wounds and skin conditions. Despite its historical significance, Asarabacca is not commonly used in modern medicine due to the presence of asarone, a compound that has been found to be potentially toxic in large doses. However, ongoing research continues to explore the potential therapeutic uses of this fascinating plant. This beautiful and intricately detailed lithograph is a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world and serves as a reminder of the rich history of botanical discovery and medical innovation.
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