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Gonostemon grandiflorus var. sororius
Gonostemon grandiflorus var. sororius (Stapelia sororia). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after George Loddiges from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1817
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Cabinet Conrad Cooke Loddiges Nursery Stapelia Grandiflorus
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts Gonostemon grandiflorus var. sororius, also known as Stapelia sororia. The image was created by George Cooke, based on an original observation by George Loddiges and published in Conrad Loddiges' Botanical Cabinet in Hackney, London, in 1817. Gonostemon grandiflorus var. sororius is a remarkable plant species native to South Africa. The engraving beautifully captures the plant's unique features, including its large, showy, white flowers with a distinctive sweet fragrance that attracts pollinators. The plant's leaves are lanceolate, arranged oppositely, and covered in small, white hairs. The botanical illustration was produced during the golden age of botanical art, a time when the study and documentation of new plant discoveries were of great scientific importance. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this engraving are a testament to the skill and dedication of the artists and engravers of the time. The image is a valuable historical record of this fascinating plant species, which continues to captivate botanists and horticulturists alike. Today, Gonostemon grandiflorus var. sororius is cultivated as an ornamental plant and is appreciated for its beautiful flowers and unique botanical features.
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