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Alpine toadflax, Linaria alpina
Alpine toadflax, Linaria alpina. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1874
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Alpine Toadflax, Linaria alpina: A Stunning Botanical Illustration from the 19th Century This handcoloured lithograph showcases the captivating beauty of the Alpine Toadflax, Linaria alpina, as it was depicted in the Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe (Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe) published in Ghent, Belgium, in 1874. The work was a collaborative effort between renowned botanists Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires. The Alpine Toadflax is a perennial herb native to the European Alps and other mountain ranges in Central Europe. The plant is characterized by its slender, erect stems, which can grow up to 30 cm tall, and its vibrant, yellow, pea-like flowers. The illustration captures the delicate intricacies of the plant's flowers, with their distinctive, elongated spurs and narrow, lanceolate leaves. The handcolouring technique used in this lithograph adds an extra layer of detail and depth to the illustration, bringing out the rich colours and textures of the Alpine Toadflax. The background is adorned with intricate, botanical motifs, further emphasizing the importance of this plant in the botanical world. This beautiful illustration is a testament to the meticulous work of Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires, who dedicated their lives to documenting the diverse flora of Europe during the 19th century. It serves as a reminder of the beauty and importance of the natural world and the role that botanical illustrations play in preserving and celebrating it.
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