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Blessed thistle, Cnicus benedicta
5855105 Blessed thistle, Cnicus benedicta; (add.info.: Blessed thistle, Cnicus benedicta. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by William Clark and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson and James Morss Churchill's "Medical Botany: or Illustrations and descriptions of the medicinal plants of the London, Edinburgh, and Dublin pharmacopoeias, " John Churchill, London, 1831. William Clark was former draughtsman to the London Horticultural Society and illustrated many botanical books in the 1820s and 1830s.); © Florilegius
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1831 Benedict Blessed Churchill Clark Drawn Drug Herb Herbal James John Medicinal Morss Pharmacopoeia Plantae Plants Steel Stephenson Thistle Weddell William Bitters Centaurea Cnicus Lactation
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This exquisite handcoloured botanical illustration of Blessed thistle, Cnicus benedicta, captures the intricate beauty and medicinal importance of this revered plant. Known for its association with Saint Benedict and its use in traditional medicine as a galactogogue to promote lactation, Blessed thistle has long been valued for its healing properties.
The delicate details of the flower and leaves are brought to life by the skilled hand of artist William Clark, who was renowned for his botanical illustrations in the 19th century. Engraved on steel by Weddell, this print is a testament to the artistry and precision of botanical illustration during that time.
As part of John Stephenson and James Morss Churchill's "Medical Botany," this print not only serves as a visual delight but also educates viewers on the various uses and benefits of medicinal plants found in pharmacopoeias across London, Edinburgh, and Dublin.
Whether admired for its aesthetic appeal or appreciated for its therapeutic value, this print of Blessed thistle is a timeless reminder of nature's bounty and mankind's enduring quest for health and well-being.
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