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Mexican star, Milla biflora
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Mexican star, Milla biflora
Mexican star or snow-white milla, Milla biflora. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S. Watts after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Sydenham Edwards Botanical Register, Ridgeway, London, 1833
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Milla biflora, also known as the Mexican star or snow-white milla, is a stunning and intricately beautiful flower that hails from Mexico. This handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by S. Watts after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake for the Botanical Register published in Ridgeway, London in 1833, showcases the exquisite detail and elegance of this enchanting bloom. The Milla biflora is a small shrub that typically grows to be around 30 cm tall, with white or pink star-shaped flowers that bloom in clusters. The petals of these flowers are delicately veined and have a distinctive sweet fragrance, making them a beloved addition to any garden. The intricate process of creating this handcoloured copperplate engraving involved first creating an engraving on a copper plate, which was then inked and hand-coloured by skilled artisans. The resulting image is a stunning work of art that captures the beauty and intricacy of the Milla biflora in exquisite detail. Miss Sarah Drake was a talented botanical illustrator who made significant contributions to the field of botanical art during the 19th century. Her illustrations were published in various botanical journals and books, including the Botanical Register, which was known for its high-quality engravings and accurate botanical information. This beautiful image of the Milla biflora serves as a testament to the artistry and dedication of both Miss Drake and S. Watts, as well as the importance of preserving and documenting the natural world through art and science.
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