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Roughbark lignum-vitae, Guaiacum officinale
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Roughbark lignum-vitae, Guaiacum officinale
Roughbark lignum-vitae, guaiacwood or Jamaica guaiacum, Guaiacum officinale. 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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This stunning handcoloured lithograph depicts the Roughbark Lignum-Vitae, scientifically known as Guaiacum officinale, a tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. The botanical illustration was created by David Blair and published in Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's "Medicinal Plants" in 1880. The image was then meticulously hand-colored by Hanhart. Lignum-Vitae, also known as Guaiacwood or Jamaica Guaiacum, is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 15 meters tall. Its bark is rough and deeply furrowed, as depicted in this illustration. The tree is renowned for its heavy, dark, and durable wood, which was highly valued by the indigenous peoples of the Caribbean for carving and making tools. The Roughbark Lignum-Vitae tree has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. The wood was burned to create guaiacum resin, which was used to treat a variety of ailments, including rheumatism, gout, and syphilis. The resin was also used as a stimulant and to induce sweating. The bark was used to make a tea to treat dysentery and diarrhea. The intricate details of the tree's leaves, flowers, and fruit are beautifully rendered in this botanical illustration, providing a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the late 19th century. The use of hand-coloring adds an additional layer of beauty and depth to the image, making it a true work of art. This print is a testament to the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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