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Quinine and red quinine bark trees
Quinine bark tree, Cinchona officinalis, and red quinine, Cinchona pubescens. Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1849
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Bark Buch Carl Cinchona Educational Herbal Hoffmann Malaria Officinalis Pubescens Purpurea Quinine Welt
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This handcoloured lithograph, taken from Carl Hoffmann's "Buch der Welt" or "Book of the World," published in Stuttgart in 1849, showcases two significant plants in the medicinal world: the Quinine bark tree (Cinchona officinalis) and the red Quinine tree (Cinchona pubescens, also known as Cinchona purpurea). Quinine, derived from the bark of these trees, has been a vital component in the treatment of malaria since its discovery in South America in the late 1600s. The Quinine bark tree, depicted on the left, is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and is characterized by its tall stature and glossy, green leaves. The tree's bark is harvested for its medicinal properties, primarily quinine, which is used to produce the antimalarial medication. On the right, the red Quinine tree, or Cinchona pubescens, is distinguished by its smaller size and red bark. This tree is also native to the Andes and is known to produce quinidine, a close relative of quinine, which shares similar medicinal properties. The intricate detail and vibrant colours of this lithograph reflect the meticulous craftsmanship of the time, making it an essential addition to any educational or historical collection. The image serves as a testament to the rich history of botanical discovery and the importance of natural remedies in the medical field.
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