Engraving of Jamaican plant and cockroach
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Engraving of Jamaican plant and cockroach
Jamaican flora and fauna. Engraved page depicting Jamaican worm grass (Spigella anthelmia) and a cockroach. Worm grass is a poisonous tropical annual weed growing to around 30cm tall. It contains an alkaloid called spigeline that acts on the heart. In dilute form it has been used as a traditional medicine in many countries around the Caribbean Sea. Cockroaches are insects of the order Blattaria, of which there are some 4500 species. This engraving first appeared in Gentlemans Magazine in 1751
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1700s 1751 18th Century Alkaloid Cockroach Engraved Engraving Grass Medicinal Order Poisonous Traditional Vertical Worm Blattaria Jamaica Jamaican Mono Chrome
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This print showcases an exquisite engraving from the 18th century, depicting Jamaican flora and fauna. The intricate artwork portrays a Jamaican worm grass, scientifically known as Spigella anthelmia, alongside a cockroach. Standing at approximately 30cm tall, the worm grass is a tropical annual weed with potent properties. It contains spigeline, an alkaloid that affects the heart's functioning. Interestingly, diluted forms of this poisonous plant have been utilized in traditional medicine across various countries surrounding the Caribbean Sea. The accompanying cockroach represents one of the 4500 species belonging to the order Blattaria. This monochrome engraving was initially featured in Gentlemans Magazine back in 1751 when scientific exploration was flourishing during the Enlightenment era. Todd-White Art Photography has skillfully captured this historical masterpiece on film, preserving its delicate details for generations to come. The vertical composition allows viewers to appreciate every stroke and line etched by talented hands centuries ago. This print serves as a reminder of Jamaica's rich biodiversity and its significant contributions to traditional medicine practices throughout history. Its educational value lies not only in showcasing these remarkable specimens but also shedding light on their medicinal potential and cultural significance within Caribbean communities.
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