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Adams needle or needle palm, Yucca flaccida
Adams needle or needle palm, Yucca flaccida (Glaucescent Adams needle, Yucca glaucescens). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G. Willis, London, 1854
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Adams Dalton Edwin Lindley Needle Ornamental Palm Shrubbery Sweet Weddell Yucca Glaucescens Smith
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Adams Needle, Yucca flaccida (previously known as Yucca glaucescens or Glaucescent Adams Needle), is a striking and unique plant species native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. This handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell, after Edwin Dalton Smith, captures the beauty and intricacy of this remarkable plant as it was depicted in John Lindley and Robert Sweet's "Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery," published in London in 1854. The Adams Needle, also known as the Glaucescent Adams Needle, is named for its distinctive, narrow, blue-green leaves that resemble the needles of a pine tree. The plant can grow up to 6 feet tall and produces tall, bell-shaped, white flowers in the summer. The leaves are covered in a fine, waxy coating, giving them a silvery sheen that adds to their allure. The Adams Needle is an essential component of many desert landscapes and is well-adapted to arid conditions. It is drought-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for gardens in hot, dry climates. The plant is also relatively easy to cultivate and can thrive in a variety of soils. This botanical illustration provides a detailed and accurate representation of the Adams Needle, showcasing its unique features and making it an invaluable resource for botanical research and horticultural applications. The intricate details of the engraving, combined with the vibrant handcolouring, bring the plant to life and offer a glimpse into the beauty and diversity of the natural world.
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