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Spring daphne, Daphne pseudo-mezereum
Spring daphne, Daphne pseudo-mezereum.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, Japan, 1884
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Spring Daphne, Daphne pseudo-mezereum, is depicted in this stunning color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants published in Japan in 1884. The intricately detailed image showcases the beauty and allure of this delicate spring-blooming shrub. Daphne pseudo-mezereum, also known as the false mezereon or spring daphne, is a small evergreen shrub native to Europe and Asia. It is renowned for its fragrant, pink-tinged, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in early spring before the leaves emerge. The plant's attractive appearance and pleasant scent have made it a popular ornamental plant in gardens around the world. The woodblock engraving by Kan Iwasaki captures the essence of the plant in exquisite detail. The vibrant colors bring out the intricacies of the flowers and leaves, while the meticulous lines and shading create a three-dimensional effect. The artist's skillful use of negative space adds depth and balance to the composition. The Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, or Honzo Zufu, was a comprehensive work that documented over 1,000 medicinal plants used in traditional Japanese medicine. The publication of such works during the Edo period (1603-1868) reflected the growing interest in botany and herbal medicine in Japan. This beautiful woodblock engraving not only serves as a testament to the artistic and botanical knowledge of the time but also provides a glimpse into the rich history of medicinal plants and their use in traditional Japanese medicine.
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