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Taper mammillaria cactus, Mammillaria tenuis
Taper mammillaria cactus, Mammillaria tenuis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Walter Fitch from William Jackson Hookers Botanical Magazine, London, 1838
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Cactus Fitch Hooker Jackson Mammillaria Succulent Taper Walter
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases the intricate beauty of the Taper Mammillaria Cactus, specifically the Mammillaria tenuis variety. Originally illustrated by the renowned botanical artist Walter Fitch and published in William Jackson Hooker's Botanical Magazine in London in 1838, this engraving captures the delicate details of this unique succulent plant. The Taper Mammillaria Cactus, also known as the Thread-stem Mammillaria, is a small, slender cactus native to Mexico. Its stem is cylindrical in shape, giving it the name "taper," and is covered in tiny, spherical, white to pinkish-white tubercles, which are the small, waxy projections on the surface of the cactus. These tubercles are adorned with small, white, star-shaped flowers, as depicted in this engraving. The Mammillaria tenuis variety is characterized by its slender stems and fine, white woolly hairs covering the tubercles. The plant's flowers are typically white with a pink tinge and bloom in the spring. This engraving provides a stunning and accurate representation of the Taper Mammillaria Cactus, Mammillaria tenuis, and serves as a testament to the artistry and scientific precision of the botanical illustrations of the 19th century. The intricate details of the engraving, from the delicate tubercles to the delicate flowers, are brought to life through the skillful use of handcolouring. The copperplate engraving process, which involves etching the design onto a copper plate and then printing from that plate, ensures a high level of detail and accuracy. This beautiful and intricate engraving is a must-have for any botanical art or cactus enthusiast's collection.
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