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Javillo or antidote caccoon fruit, Fevillea cordifolia
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Javillo or antidote caccoon fruit, Fevillea cordifolia
Javillo or antidote caccoon fruit, Fevillea cordifolia. (Fevillea hederacea, Fevillea a foglie d ellera). Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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1837 Algae Antoine Baptiste Cordifolia Delle Dictionary Dizionario Edible Florence Francois Jussieu Laurent Massard Mlle Naturali Pierre Scienze Seaweed Species Stipple Turpin Vegetable Vincent Antidote
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving depicts the intriguing Javillo or Antidote Caccoon Fruit, scientifically known as Fevillea cordifolia (also identified as Fevillea hederacea or Fevillea a foglie d'ellera). The image is taken from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, or Dictionary of Natural Sciences, published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The illustration was meticulously engraved by Corsi, under the direction of the renowned French botanical illustrator Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin (1775-1840). Turpin is celebrated as one of the greatest botanical illustrators of the 19th century, known for his exceptional attention to detail and ability to capture the essence of the natural world. The Javillo fruit is shown in its natural habitat, surrounded by various green algae and seaweed, providing context to its tropical environment. The fruit itself is elongated, with a smooth, slightly oblong shape and a distinctive, wavy surface. The fruit's color ranges from green to brown, and it is covered in small, rounded protrusions, giving it a unique, textured appearance. The Javillo fruit, also known as the Antidote Caccoon Fruit, has an interesting history. It was believed to have antidotal properties, making it a valuable commodity in traditional medicine. The fruit is also edible and is used in various culinary applications, particularly in Central and South America. This illustration offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the past, showcasing the beauty and diversity of the plant kingdom as observed and documented by some of the greatest botanical minds of the time.
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