Sea holly, Eryngium maritimum
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Sea holly, Eryngium maritimum
Sea holly, Eryngium maritimum.. Handcolored botanical copperplate engraving from Joshua Hamiltons Culpepers English Family Physician; or Medical Herbal Enlarged, with Several Hundred Additional Plants, Principally from Sir John Hill, London, W. Locke, 1792
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This stunning handcolored botanical copperplate engraving depicts Sea Holly, Eryngium maritimum, a beautiful and intriguing plant that has captivated botanists and naturalists for centuries. The image is taken from Joshua Hamilton's Culpeper's English Family Physician; or Medical Herbal, published in London in 1792. The meticulously detailed engraving showcases the unique features of Sea Holly, with its spiky, silvery-blue bracts surrounding small, white flowers. Sea Holly, also known as Blue Sea Holly or Spiked Sea Holly, is a native plant of the Mediterranean and European coasts. It belongs to the Apiaceae family and is characterized by its distinctive, prickly leaves and blue-green bracts that resemble holly leaves, hence its common name. The plant was believed to have medicinal properties and was used in traditional herbal medicine for various ailments, including gout, rheumatism, and respiratory issues. The botanical illustration is a testament to the artistry and scientific precision of the time. The intricate engraving process involved creating a design on a copper plate, which was then etched with acid to create the lines and details. The plate was then hand-colored using watercolors or other pigments to bring the image to life. The resulting print is a beautiful and accurate representation of the plant, preserving its beauty and intricacies for future generations to appreciate. Sea Holly remains a popular ornamental plant today, prized for its unique appearance and ability to thrive in coastal environments. This exquisite botanical engraving is a reminder of the rich history of botany and the importance of preserving and celebrating the natural world.
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