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Feathershank, Schoenocaulon officinale
Feathershank, Schoenocaulon officinale (Veratrum sabadilla). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, (Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants), Jena, 1876
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Artus Gewachse Hand Atlas Handbook Herbal Medical Pharmaceutical Mediinisch Pharmaceutischer Officinale Sammtlicher Veratrum Willibald
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Feathershank, Schoenocaulon officinale, is depicted in this stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus' Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, published in Jena, Germany, in 1876. The botanical illustration showcases the intricate details of this medicinal plant, commonly known as sabadilla, veratrum, feathershank, or longroot. The Feathershank plant is native to Central and South America and is characterized by its tall, tuberous rhizome, which can grow up to 1 meter in length. The tuberous roots are covered in fine, feathery fibers, giving the plant its common name. The plant produces white or pinkish flowers and can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. The Feathershank plant has a long history of medicinal use, particularly in traditional South American medicine. It was used to treat various ailments, including gastrointestinal disorders, heart conditions, and neurological disorders. The active ingredient in the plant is veratrum alkaloid, which has been used in modern medicine as a cardiac glycoside and an antispasmodic. The intricate details of the Feathershank plant are beautifully captured in this hand-colored copperplate engraving. The delicate fibers on the tuberous roots, the intricate veining on the leaves, and the delicate flowers are all rendered with exquisite detail. The use of hand-coloring adds an additional layer of beauty to the illustration, making it a true work of art as well as a valuable resource for botanical and medical research.
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