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Enchanters nightshade, Circaea lutetiana
Enchanters nightshade, Circaea lutetiana. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London, 1816
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Classes Duppa Linnaean Nightshade Orders System
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Enchanter's Nightshade, Circaea lutetiana, is a beautiful and intriguing plant that has captivated botanists and naturalists for centuries. This stunning handcoloured copperplate engraving is a testament to its allure, created by the skilled hand of Richard Duppa in 1816. Duppa's illustration, part of his comprehensive work "The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany," showcases the delicate details of the Enchanter's Nightshade's flowers. The plant is named for its unique method of pollination, which involves the use of insects attracted to the nectar on the lower lip of the flower. As the insects attempt to reach the nectar, they inadvertently come into contact with the pollen on the upper lip, ensuring cross-pollination. The Enchanter's Nightshade is a native of Europe, Asia, and North America, and can be found growing in woodlands and meadows. Its vibrant, tubular flowers bloom in shades of pink, purple, and white, attracting a variety of pollinators. The plant's foliage is characterized by its lanceolate shape and a distinctive, silvery sheen. This exquisite engraving not only serves as a visual representation of the Enchanter's Nightshade but also as a testament to the artistry and dedication of botanical illustrators like Richard Duppa. It provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the intricacies of a plant that continues to fascinate and inspire botanists and gardeners alike.
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