Birds tongue, Jacobaea paludosa

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Birds tongue, Jacobaea paludosa

Marsh groundsel or birds tongue, Jacobaea paludosa (Senecio paludosus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1799

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Groundsel Jacobaea Marsh Senecio Sowerby Tongue Paludosa Smith

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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate beauty of the Marsh Groundsel, or Bird's Tongue (Jacobaea paludosa), also known as Senecio paludosus. The image is based on a drawing by the renowned English botanical artist, James Sowerby, and was published as part of James Smith's English Botany in 1799. The Marsh Groundsel is a fascinating plant native to wetlands and marshes in Europe and Asia. Its common name derives from the distinctive shape of its tongue-like bracts, which surround the small, yellow flowers. These bracts are covered in tiny, fine hairs that give them a fuzzy appearance and a slightly sticky texture, making them resemble the tongues of birds. The plant is typically found growing in damp, nutrient-poor soils and is often associated with other marsh plants such as sedges and rushes. It is an important food source for various insects and is believed to have medicinal properties, having been used in traditional medicine to treat a range of ailments. This beautiful engraving provides a window into the natural history of the Marsh Groundsel and showcases the meticulous attention to detail and artistry of James Sowerby and the team at James Smith's English Botany. The intricate lines, delicate shading, and vibrant colors bring the plant to life and offer a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of wetland ecosystems.

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