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White oak or valley oak, Quercus alba
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White oak or valley oak, Quercus alba
White oak or valley oak, Quercus alba. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880
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1. Title: A Venerable White Oak or Valley Oak (Quercus alba) This exquisite handcoloured lithograph showcases the grandeur of a mature White Oak or Valley Oak tree (Quercus alba), a majestic and iconic species native to North America. The botanical illustration, meticulously created by David Blair and beautifully rendered in lithography by Hanhart, was originally published as part of Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's "Medicinal Plants" in London, 1880. The White Oak or Valley Oak is an impressive tree, known for its massive size, reaching heights of up to 100 feet and boasting a spread of over 100 feet. Its leaves, depicted in vibrant green in this illustration, turn a stunning red, purple, or bronze in the autumn season. The tree's acorns, an essential food source for wildlife, are featured prominently at the base of the tree. This botanical masterpiece not only serves as a testament to the beauty and complexity of nature but also highlights the tree's medicinal properties. White Oak bark was traditionally used by indigenous peoples and European settlers for various ailments, including as a source of tannins for leather production and as a remedy for diarrhea and dysentery. The intricate details of the tree's bark, veins, and acorns are captured with remarkable precision in this handcoloured lithograph, offering a glimpse into the rich history of botanical illustration and the importance of the White Oak or Valley Oak in both natural and medicinal contexts.
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