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Metal Print : Melissa officinalis, lemon balm
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Melissa officinalis, lemon balm
A painting from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Media ID 8599585
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10705212
Asterid Aurantiaceae Balm Citrus Citrus Limon Eudicot Eurosid Labiatae Lamiaceae Lamiales Lemon Malvidae Melissa Rosid Rutaceae Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Lemon Balm Magnoliophyta Melissa Officinalis
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the timeless beauty of botanical art into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring Melissa officinalis, also known as lemon balm. This exquisite piece, sourced from the Botany Library Plate Collection at the Natural History Museum in London, showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of this beloved herb. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials and advanced printing techniques to ensure a stunning, long-lasting display. Add a touch of natural elegance to your decor while celebrating the rich history of botanical illustration with this captivating Melissa officinalis print.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Melissa officinalis, commonly known as lemon balm, is showcased in this exquisite botanical illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum in London. This painting, a testament to the intricacies of the natural world, captures the essence of this herbaceous perennial plant from the Lamiaceae family, also known as the Labiatae. The vibrant green leaves of lemon balm, adorned with serrated edges, are interspersed with whorls of delicate, pink-tinged flowers. Belonging to the order Lamiales, Melissa officinalis is an eudicot, angiosperm, and a member of the rosid clade, specifically the asterid subclass and the Malvidae family. Lemon balm, a native to Europe, Southern Europe, and the Mediterranean, is a popular herb used for its lemony aroma and taste. Its leaves are rich in essential oils, primarily citral and geranial, which give it its distinctive citrus flavor. This botanical illustration, a work of art in its own right, provides a window into the complex world of plant morphology. The intricate details of the veins on the leaves, the delicate petals of the flowers, and the stems bearing buds, all come together to create a stunning representation of Melissa officinalis. As a member of the Rutaceae family, lemon balm shares some characteristics with citrus plants, such as the presence of essential oils and the use of secretory glands. However, it is important to note that Melissa officinalis is not a citrus plant, but rather a close relative within the same order. This botanical illustration serves as a reminder of the rich biodiversity of the plant kingdom and the importance of preserving and documenting it for future generations. The Natural History Museum's Botany Library Plate Collection is a treasure trove of such illustrations, each one a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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