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Foxglove, Digitalis purpurea, and ladys smock
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Foxglove, Digitalis purpurea, and ladys smock
Foxglove, Digitalis purpurea, Didynamia, 1, 2, and ladys smock, Cardamine pratensis, Tetradynamia, 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis Lectures on Botany, as delivered in the Botanic Garden at Lambeth, 1805
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Cardamine Curtis Digitalis Edwards Foxglove Ladys Lectures Pratensis Purpurea Register Smock Sydenham
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by F. Sansom and illustrated by Sydenham Edwards, is a stunning representation of Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) and Ladys Smock (Cardamine pratensis), two beautiful and intricately detailed flowers that once graced the pages of William Curtis' "Lectures on Botany," delivered at the Botanic Garden in Lambeth, England, in 1805. The Foxglove, also known as Deadly Nightshade, is depicted in its full glory, with its tall spikes of bell-shaped flowers in a vibrant shade of purple. The Didymia, or two-lipped, classification of the Foxglove is evident in the engraving, as the flowers are shown with two distinct lips. The plant's toxic properties were well-known during the time of Curtis, and it was used in traditional medicine for treating various heart conditions. Ladys Smock, or Cuckoo-flower, is shown in a more demure pose, with its delicate white flowers and green leaves. The Tetradynamia classification of the Ladys Smock is represented by the four-lobed shape of its flowers. This plant was highly regarded for its medicinal properties, particularly for its ability to stimulate milk production in nursing mothers. The intricate details of the flowers are beautifully captured in this engraving, with each petal, vein, and stem rendered with precision and care. The use of hand-coloring adds an additional layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a true work of art. This botanical illustration is a testament to the beauty and complexity of nature, and a reminder of the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations to appreciate.
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