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Larch, Pinus larix
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Larch, Pinus larix
Larch, Pinus larix. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880
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Apothecary Bentley Blair Cone Conifer Hanhart Herbal Larch Larix Medicinal Pine Pinus Trimen
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This stunning handcoloured lithograph depicts the majestic Larch tree, scientifically known as Pinus larix. The image is a beautiful botanical illustration by David Blair, meticulously reproduced as a lithograph by Hanhart, for the publication "Medicinal Plants" by Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen in London, 1880. The Larch tree is a coniferous species native to the mountainous regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It is unique among conifers for its deciduous property, shedding its needles each autumn and growing new ones in the spring. The tree's distinctive cones, shown in the illustration, are an essential part of its reproductive cycle. During the Victorian era, when this illustration was produced, botanical art was a popular pursuit, and botanical publications like "Medicinal Plants" were widely read. Botanical illustrations were used to document new discoveries, advance scientific knowledge, and promote the study and appreciation of the natural world. The Larch tree has a long history of medicinal use. Its bark has been used to make a decoction to treat rheumatism, gout, and other joint ailments. The tree's resin has been used as a topical application for wounds, while its needles have been used to make a tea to help relieve coughs and colds. This exquisite handcoloured lithograph is a testament to the beauty and intricacy of nature, as well as the skill and dedication of the botanical illustrators and publishers of the past. It invites us to appreciate the natural world around us and to explore the medicinal properties of the plants that have been used for centuries to promote health and wellbeing.
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