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Cape jasmine, Gardenia jasminoides
Cape jasmine, Gardenia jasminoides (Fortunes gardenia, Gardenia florida var. fortuniana). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after Miss Sarah Drake from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G. Willis, London, 1854
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of Cape Jasmine, Gardenia jasminoides, also known as Fortune's Gardenia or Gardenia florida var. fortuniana. The intricate detail captured in this image, created by G. Barclay after a drawing by Miss Sarah Drake, is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of the botanical illustration process during the mid-19th century. The Cape Jasmine is a small, evergreen shrub native to China, Japan, and Korea. Its glossy, dark-green leaves form a dense, compact foliage, providing the perfect backdrop for its stunning, fragrant, white flowers. The flowers are large and bell-shaped, with a delightful jasmine-like scent that blooms in late spring and continues through summer. This botanical illustration is taken from John Lindley and Robert Sweet's Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, published by G. Willis in London in 1854. The work was a popular and influential botanical reference, featuring numerous hand-colored plates of various ornamental plants. This specific engraving of the Cape Jasmine highlights the plant's allure and serves as a reminder of the beauty and intrigue that can be found in the natural world. Miss Sarah Drake's original drawing, which served as the basis for this engraving, remains a valuable contribution to the field of botanical illustration. Her keen observational skills and artistic talent are evident in the delicate rendering of the Cape Jasmine's features, making this image a cherished addition to any botanical collection.
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