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White henbane, Hyoscyamus albus, and columbine
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White henbane, Hyoscyamus albus, and columbine
White henbane, Hyoscyamus albus, and columbine, Aquilegia vulgaris. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript
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This exquisite handcoloured woodblock engraving depicts two renowned plants of the Old World, White Henbane (Hyoscyamus albus) and Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris). Originally published in Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, in Frankfurt in 1557, this botanical illustration showcases the intricate details of these plants, their delicate structures, and vibrant colors. The White Henbane, also known as Henbell or Noscapine, is a herbaceous plant that bears bell-shaped, white flowers with a distinctive sweet scent. Historically, it has been used for medicinal purposes due to its alkaloids, including hyoscyamine and scopolamine, which have sedative, antispasmodic, and anticholinergic properties. The plant was believed to have various applications, from treating gastrointestinal issues to acting as a sedative and pain reliever. Columbine, or Aquilegia vulgaris, is a beautiful, graceful plant characterized by its unique, nodding, bell-shaped flowers. The plant's name is derived from the Latin word 'aqua lego,' meaning 'water I collect,' due to the dew that collects in the flowers' nectar-filled spurs. Columbine has been used in traditional medicine for various ailments, including gastrointestinal issues and as a sedative. This 17th-century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only preserves the botanical beauty of these plants, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and English manuscripts. The intricate details of the engraving and the rich colors of the hand-applied pigments bring these plants to life, offering a glimpse into the fascinating world of botany and medicinal herbs from centuries past.
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