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Mountain devil, Lambertia formosa
Mountain devil, Lambertia formosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after George Loddiges from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1817
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This exquisite hand-coloured copperplate engraving showcases the Mountain Devil, Lambertia formosa, a native plant endemic to the cool, moist forests of southeastern Australia. The intricately detailed illustration was created by George Cooke, based on an original observation by George Loddiges, and published as part of Conrad Loddiges' Botanical Cabinet in 1817. The Mountain Devil is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and distinctive red-orange tuberous roots. The plant is named for its vibrant, devilish-looking red berries, which are highly toxic and were traditionally used by Indigenous Australians for medicinal purposes. The engraving captures the beauty and intricacy of the Mountain Devil's foliage, with each leaf and vein meticulously rendered in rich, vibrant colours. The background features a lush, forested landscape, further highlighting the plant's natural habitat. This illustration is a testament to the skill and artistry of the Loddiges family, who were renowned for their botanical publications during the early 19th century. Their Botanical Cabinet was one of the most comprehensive and accurate records of Australian flora available at the time, and remains an invaluable resource for botanical research and conservation efforts today. The Mountain Devil is an important component of the biodiversity of Australia's cool temperate rainforests, and is currently listed as Vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Efforts are underway to protect and conserve this unique and beautiful plant, ensuring that future generations can appreciate its natural beauty and ecological significance.
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