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Calumba tree, Jateorhiza columba
Calumba tree, Jateorhiza columba, Cocculus palmatus, Colombo. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lebrun after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871. Calumba tree, Jateorhiza columba, Cocculus palmatus, Colombo. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lebrun after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871
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Bitter Colombo Columba Dupuis Edouard Francois Gerard Herbal Herincq Lebrun Maubert Oscar Pierre Reveil Root Tonic Tuber
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "The Calumba Tree: A Botanical Marvel of Medicinal Significance" The Calumba tree, scientifically known as Jateorhiza columba, also referred to as Cocculus palmatus or Colombo, is a remarkable plant of medicinal importance. This exquisitely detailed handcoloured steel engraving by Lebrun, based on the botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert, showcases the tree in all its splendor. The illustration is a part of the comprehensive work "La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale" by Pierre Oscar Reveil, published by L. Guerin in Paris between 1864 and 1871. The Calumba tree is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific. The tree is relatively small, growing up to 10 meters in height, and its most notable feature is the large, tuberous root, which is the primary source of the medicinal substance. The root is bitter and tonic in taste and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. The Calumba tree has a rich medicinal history. It was used by the ancient Greeks and Romans for its tonic properties, and in traditional Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine, it has been used to treat various ailments, including gastrointestinal disorders, fever, and even snake bites. The active compounds in the Calumba tree, such as jateorhizine and columbamine, have been found to have anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and antimicrobial properties. This beautiful engraving not only serves as a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the 19th century but also highlights the importance of the Calumba tree in the annals of medicinal botany. Its intricate details allow us to appreciate the tree's unique beauty and understand the significance of its medicinal uses.
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