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Indian gamboge tree, Garcinia hanburyi
Hanburys garcinia or Indian gamboge tree, Garcinia hanburyi (Garcinia morella var. pedicellata). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887
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Adolph Ayurveda Garcinia Gustav Hanburys Herbal Hermann Koehlers Kohler Medicinal Medizinal Pflanzen Morella Pabst Gamboge
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1. Title: Indian Gamboge Tree (Garcinia hanburyi): A Natural Source of Medicinal Hue and Healing 2. Description: This chromolithograph depicts the Indian Gamboge Tree, scientifically known as Garcinia hanburyi, also recognized as Hanbury's garcinia, Indian gamboge, gambojia, or garcinia morella var. pedicellata. This botanical masterpiece was derived from an original illustration in Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, published in Germany in 1887. The Indian Gamboge Tree is an evergreen tree native to the Western Ghats and Sri Lanka, renowned for its distinctive, vibrant orange-red resin. This resin, commonly referred to as gamboge, has been utilized for centuries in various traditional systems of medicine, including Ayurveda, for its diverse therapeutic properties. The tree's bark, roots, and ripe fruits are all used in traditional medicine to treat a wide range of ailments, such as dysentery, diarrhea, and skin diseases. The resin, rich in gallic acid and xanthones, is particularly valued for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. The intricately detailed illustration highlights the tree's unique morphology, showcasing its glossy, dark green leaves, dense canopy, and the distinctive, orange-red resin-laden branches. The tree's beauty is not only aesthetic but also holds immense significance in the realm of natural medicine, making it a fascinating subject for botanical exploration and preservation. This image serves as a testament to the rich biodiversity of the Indian subcontinent and the importance of documenting and studying the world's medicinal plants. The Indian Gamboge Tree is not just a source of natural color but also a valuable resource for potential new medicines and a reminder of the interconnectedness between plants, people, and the natural world.
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