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Soapweed yucca or Spanish bayonet, Yucca glauca
Soapweed yucca or Spanish bayonet, Yucca glauca (Yucca angustifolia). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after an illustration by John Curtis from Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1822
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Angustifolia Bayonet Curtis Glauca Samuel Weddell Yucca Soapweed
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Soapweed Yucca, or Spanish Bayonet, Yucca glauca (formerly known as Yucca angustifolia), a native plant of the southeastern United States. The engraving is based on an illustration by the renowned botanical artist John Curtis, published in the esteemed Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine in London in 1822. The Soapweed Yucca is a striking plant, characterized by its tall, sword-like leaves that can grow up to three feet long. The plant's common name, Spanish Bayonet, derives from the sharp, spear-like leaves that can cause injury if accidentally stepped on. The plant produces small, bell-shaped flowers in the summer, which are arranged in clusters at the top of the stem. The intricate details of the plant's leaves, flowers, and stems are beautifully captured in this engraving, which showcases the meticulous skill of the engraver, William Weddell. The use of hand-coloring adds an additional layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a true work of art. The Soapweed Yucca was a popular subject for botanical illustrations during the 19th century due to its distinctive appearance and widespread growth in the southern United States. It was often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and was also valued for its medicinal properties. The plant's sap was used as a soap substitute, hence the common name Soapweed. This engraving is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world and the importance of botanical illustration in documenting and preserving plant species for future generations.
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