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Blue-eyed Uintjie or Blouooguintjie, Moraea aristata
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Blue-eyed Uintjie or Blouooguintjie, Moraea aristata
Blue-eyed Uintjie or Blouooguintjie, Moraea aristata (Ocellate viesseuxia, Vieusseuxia glaucopis). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Frederick W. Smith from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G. Willis, London, 1854
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Blue Eyed Frederick Lindley Moraea Ornamental Shrubbery Sweet Aristata Smith
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate print showcases the enchanting beauty of the Blue-eyed Uintjie or Blouooguintjie (Moraea aristata), a captivating species of flowering plant native to South Africa. The botanical name of this plant also includes the synonyms Ocellate viesseuxia and Vieusseuxia glaucopis. Frederick W. Smith, a skilled botanical artist and engraver, meticulously drew and engraved this illustration for the publication "Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery," authored by John Lindley and Robert Sweet, and published by G. Willis in London in 1854. The intricate details of the Blue-eyed Uintjie's delicate petals, vibrant blue eyes, and distinctive veining are brought to life through Smith's expert craftsmanship. The Blue-eyed Uintjie is a member of the Iridaceae family and is characterized by its distinctive blue-eyed appearance. The flowers bloom in late winter and early spring, displaying their captivating blue eyes against a backdrop of green foliage. These plants are relatively small, growing to be around 10-15 cm tall, and thrive in well-drained soil and full sun. The Blue-eyed Uintjie was a popular ornamental plant in Victorian gardens, and its inclusion in Lindley and Sweet's publication reflects its widespread appeal during that era. Today, it remains a cherished plant for gardeners and botanical enthusiasts, and this stunning illustration serves as a testament to its enduring beauty and historical significance.
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