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Downy hemp-nettle, Galeopsis segetum
Downy hemp-nettle, Galeopsis segetum (Galeopsis ochroleuca). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, (Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants), Jena, 1876
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Artus Downy Galeopsis Gewachse Hand Atlas Handbook Herbal Medical Pharmaceutical Mediinisch Pharmaceutischer Ochroleuca Sammtlicher Segetum Willibald Hemp Nettle
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Downy Hemp-Nettle, Galeopsis segetum (Galeopsis ochroleuca): A Stunning Handcoloured Copperplate Engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus' Hand-Atlas Sammtlicher Medizinisch-Pharmaceutischer Gewachse (1876) This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases the Downy Hemp-Nettle, Galeopsis segetum (also known as Galeopsis ochroleuca), a medicinal and herbal plant that has been used for various therapeutic purposes since ancient times. The image is taken from Dr. Willibald Artus' Hand-Atlas Sammtlicher Medizinisch-Pharmaceutischer Gewachse, a comprehensive handbook of medical and pharmaceutical plants published in Jena, Germany, in 1876. The Downy Hemp-Nettle is characterized by its square stems, which are covered in fine, white hairs, giving it a downy appearance. Its leaves are opposite, oval to lanceolate, and have a nettle-like texture. The plant produces small, purple-blue to pink flowers with a distinctive, five-lobed corolla. The Downy Hemp-Nettle has a long history of medicinal use, particularly in traditional European herbalism. It was used to treat a variety of ailments, including wounds, burns, and skin conditions. The plant contains various bioactive compounds, including iridoids, flavonoids, and tannins, which have anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. The intricate details of this handcoloured copperplate engraving capture the beauty and complexity of the Downy Hemp-Nettle, providing a fascinating glimpse into the rich botanical knowledge of the past. The image is a testament to the artistic and scientific skill of the time, and remains an important historical record of this versatile medicinal plant.
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