White Japanese camellias, Yukiyama and Shirorenka
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White Japanese camellias, Yukiyama and Shirorenka
White Japanese camellias, Yukiyama and Shirorenka, Thea japonica Nois. flore semipleno forma.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884. Iwasaki (1786-1842) was a Japanese botanist, entomologist and zoologist. He was one of the first Japanese botanists to incorporate western knowledge into his studies
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Camellias Flore Forma Guide Honzo Iwasaki Japonica Kanen Medicinal Nois Semipleno Thea Woodblock Zufu
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This exquisite color-printed woodblock engraving showcases two stunning varieties of White Japanese Camellias, Yukiyama and Shirorenka. The image is taken from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, published in 1884 by the renowned Japanese botanist, entomologist, and zoologist, Kan en Iwasaki (1786-1842). Iwasaki was a pioneer in his field, being one of the first Japanese botanists to integrate western scientific knowledge into his studies. The engraving beautifully captures the delicate beauty of these camellias, with their white petals unfurling gracefully around the central bud. The Yukiyama variety, with its semi-double form, displays an elegant arrangement of petals, while the Shirorenka boasts a simple, single flower. The intricate details of the veining on the leaves and the delicate texture of the petals are rendered with remarkable precision. Camellias have held a special place in Japanese culture for centuries, both for their aesthetic appeal and their medicinal properties. The flowers have been used in traditional Japanese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory issues, fevers, and digestive problems. Iwasaki's comprehensive guide to medicinal plants was an essential resource for practitioners of traditional Japanese medicine, documenting the uses and properties of over 1,000 different plant species. This work of art not only showcases the natural beauty of these camellia varieties but also highlights the important role that Iwasaki played in the history of Japanese botany and medicine.
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