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Late purple American-aster, Symphyotrichum patens
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Late purple American-aster, Symphyotrichum patens
Late purple American-aster, Symphyotrichum patens (Spreading hairy-stalk d starwort, Aster patens). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a botanical illustration by Edward Dalton Smith from Robert Sweets The British Flower Garden, Ridgeway, London, 1827
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Aster Dalton Patens Purple Spreading Starwort Sweet Smith Symphyotrichum
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Late Purple American-aster, Symphyotrichum patens, also known as Spreading Hairy-stalk Dstarwort or Aster patens. The botanical illustration was meticulously created by Edward Dalton Smith and beautifully rendered in engraving by Weddell for Robert Sweet's seminal work, "The British Flower Garden," published in Ridgeway, London, in 1827. The Late Purple American-aster is a native North American plant, belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is characterized by its spreading habit and hairy stalks, which are prominently featured in this illustration. The plant bears large, flat-topped inflorescences composed of numerous small, lavender-purple flowers. The petals are narrow and deeply lobed, giving the flowers a star-like appearance, hence the common name 'aster.' The Late Purple American-aster was likely introduced to European gardens in the early 19th century and became a popular addition due to its attractive blooms and long flowering season. The botanical illustration captures the plant in all its splendor, with each intricate detail brought to life through the skillful use of hand-coloring. This engraving is a testament to the beauty and importance of botanical illustration in the 19th century, providing a record of plant specimens for scientific and horticultural purposes. The intricate details of the Late Purple American-aster's anatomy, as well as its elegant presentation, make this a truly captivating work of art.
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