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Shrubby milkwort, Polygala chamaebuxus
Shrubby milkwort, Polygala chamaebuxus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after an illustration by William Miller from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, London, 1821
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Cabinet Conrad Cooke Loddiges Milkwort Miller Polygala Shrubby
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This exquisite hand-coloured copperplate engraving depicts the Shrubby Milkwort, Polygala chamaebuxus, a charming and intricately beautiful plant native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The illustration is based on an original drawing by the skilled botanical artist, William Miller, and masterfully engraved by George Cooke for Conrad Loddiges' Botanical Cabinet, published in London in 1821. The Shrubby Milkwort is a low-growing shrub, typically reaching a height of 15-30 cm, with small, ovate leaves that are covered in fine hairs. The plant is named for its milky sap, which exudes when the stem is broken. The delicate, bell-shaped flowers appear in clusters, ranging in colour from pink to purple, and bloom from late spring to early summer. This engraving showcases the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time, with each petal, vein, and hair rendered in intricate detail. The lush greens and vibrant colours of the flowers are brought to life through the careful application of hand-colouring, making this a true work of art as well as an accurate botanical record. The Shrubby Milkwort is not only a delight to behold, but it also holds medicinal properties. The plant was used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including respiratory issues and digestive problems. Today, it is still appreciated for its ornamental value in gardens and as a subject for botanical art.
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