Greater musk-mallow, Malva alcea

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Greater musk-mallow, Malva alcea

Greater musk-mallow, Malva alcea. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript

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Adam Alcea Captions Edition Greater Herb Herba Herbal Krauterbuch Latin Lonicer Mallow Malva Pirate Woodblock Woodcut Mucilage Musk Mallow Simonis

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This exquisite hand-colored woodblock engraving depicts the Greater Musk-mallow, Malva alcea, from the renowned botanical work "Krauterbuch" or "Herbal" by Adam Lonicer, published in Frankfurt in 1557. This particular print is believed to originate from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, featuring captions in various languages, including Latin, Greek, French, Italian, and English manuscript. The Greater Musk-mallow, also known as Cheeseweed, Simon's Herb, Curmallow, or Mucilage Mallow, is a herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, and northern Africa. The botanical illustration showcases the plant's distinctive features, including its large, velvety, pink or purple flowers, and its rounded, hairy leaves. During the medieval and early modern periods, the Greater Musk-mallow was highly valued for its medicinal properties. It was used to treat a variety of ailments, including wounds, burns, and inflammation. The mucilage extracted from the plant was believed to have soothing and healing effects, and was used as a demulcent, emollient, and expectorant. The botanical illustration itself is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time. The intricate woodblock engraving technique, combined with the vibrant hand-coloring, creates a stunning visual representation of the Greater Musk-mallow, preserving its beauty and significance for future generations to appreciate and study.

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