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Liquorice and carob tree
Liquorice or licorice, Glycyrrhiza glabra 1, and carob tree and St John s-bread, Ceratonia siliqua 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1802
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Bertuch Bilderbuch Carob Encyclopedia Friedrich Glabra Johann Kinder Laxative Licorice Liquorice Seed Ceratonia Glycyrrhiza Siliqua
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1. Title: A Delightful Duo: Liquorice and Carob Tree - A Botanical Marvel from an 1802 Children's Picture Book 2. Description: This handcoloured copperplate engraving, taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1802, showcases two intriguing plant species: the Liquorice or Licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra) and the Carob Tree or St. John's Bread (Ceratonia siliqua). 3. Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra): The Liquorice plant, depicted in the left half of the illustration, is a herbaceous perennial native to Europe, Asia, and the Mediterranean. Its most notable feature is the long, thick root, which is rich in a sweet substance called glycyrrhizin, responsible for its distinctive taste that is 50 times sweeter than sugar. Historically, Liquorice root has been used for various medicinal purposes, including as a natural sweetener, expectorant, and laxative. 4. Carob Tree (Ceratonia siliqua): The Carob Tree, shown in the right half of the engraving, is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. Its large, brown, pod-like fruits are the edible part of the tree, providing a sweet, nutty taste that is often compared to chocolate. Carob has been used as a food source for both humans and animals since ancient times. Its seeds are also rich in nutrients and have been used as a laxative. 5. Historical Significance: This exquisite botanical illustration from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the early 19th century. The encyclopedic nature of the picture book reflects the growing interest in botany and natural history during this period. The inclusion of Liquorice and Carob trees highlights the importance of these plants in both food and medicine, showcasing their versatility and significance to the people of the time.
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