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Strychnine tree, Strychnos nux-vomica
5855053 Strychnine tree, Strychnos nux-vomica; (add.info.: Strychnine tree, Strychnos nux-vomica. Handcoloured botanical illustration engraved on steel by William Clark from John Stephenson and James Morss Churchill's "Medical Botany: or Illustrations and descriptions of the medicinal plants of the London, Edinburgh, and Dublin pharmacopoeias, " John Churchill, London, 1831. William Clark was former draughtsman to the London Horticultural Society and illustrated many botanical books in the 1820s and 1830s.); © Florilegius
Media ID 38507280
© © Florilegius / Bridgeman Images
1831 Button Churchill Clark Draughtsman Drawn Drug Herb Herbal Horticultural James John Medicinal Morss Pharmacopoeia Poison Quaker Steel Stephenson Toxic William Nux Vomica Semen Strychnine Strychnos
20x30 inch Poster Print
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Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning handcoloured botanical illustration of the Strychnine tree, Strychnos nux-vomica, captures the intricate beauty and deadly nature of this toxic plant. Known for its poisonous seeds, also called strychnine nuts or Quaker buttons, this tree has long been used in traditional medicine despite its dangerous properties.
The detailed engraving by William Clark brings out the delicate features of the Strychnine tree, showcasing its elegant flowers and distinctive leaves. The artist's skillful rendering highlights the importance of accurate botanical illustrations in identifying medicinal plants like this one.
Featured in John Stephenson and James Morss Churchill's "Medical Botany," this print serves as a valuable resource for understanding the uses and dangers associated with herbal pharmacopoeias. William Clark's expertise as a former draughtsman to the London Horticultural Society is evident in his precise depiction of every aspect of the Strychnine tree.
Whether admired for its aesthetic appeal or studied for its medical significance, this image invites viewers to explore the complex relationship between humans and nature. The allure of such a beautiful yet lethal plant reminds us of both the wonders and perils found within our natural world.
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