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Blueberry ash, Elaeocarpus reticulatus, native to Australia
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Blueberry ash, Elaeocarpus reticulatus, native to Australia
Blueberry ash, Elaeocarpus reticulatus, native to Australia.. Handcolored stipple copperplate engraving by Barrois from a botanical illustration by Pancrace Bessa from Mordant de Launays Herbier General de l Amateur, Audot, Paris, 1820
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This exquisite handcolored stipple copperplate engraving depicts the Blueberry Ash, Elaeocarpus reticulatus, a native Australian tree renowned for its striking beauty and intricate foliage. The illustration was created by the skilled botanical artist Pancrace Bessa and meticulously engraved by Barrois for Mordant de Launay's Herbier General de l'Amateur, published in Paris in 1820. The Blueberry Ash is a small to medium-sized tree, native to eastern Australia, with a distinctive, elegant shape. Its leaves are a rich, glossy green, adorned with a complex network of veins that give the tree its common name. The tree's small, blue-tinged berries appear in clusters and are edible, providing a sweet, slightly tart flavor reminiscent of blueberries. The Blueberry Ash holds a significant place in the history of botanical illustration, as it was one of the many plants documented during the European exploration and colonization of Australia. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this engraving are a testament to the dedication and artistry of the botanical illustrators and engravers of the time, who meticulously recorded the natural world for scientific and artistic purposes. Today, the Blueberry Ash remains an important part of the Australian flora, and its beauty continues to inspire artists, gardeners, and naturalists alike. This stunning engraving serves as a reminder of the rich natural history of Australia and the important role that botanical illustration plays in documenting and preserving the world's plant species for future generations.
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