Tobacco flowers, historical artwork
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Tobacco flowers, historical artwork
Tobacco flowers (Nicotiana tabacum) in front of a magnified drawing of a leaf from the same plant. This shrub, native to tropical America, produces the toxic substance nicotine, which protects it from damage by insects and grazing animals. Small doses of nicotine produce a pleasurable stimulus in humans, but habitual use (such as when smoking tobacco cigarettes) leads to addiction. This artwork was published in the work Tobacco, its History and Associations (1859) by the English engraver Frederick William Fairholt (1814-1866)
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Media ID 6322245
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1859 Addiction Addictive Central America Drawing Drug Flowering Plant Herbal Herbal Medicine Legal Medicinal Nicotiana Tabacum Nicotine North American Shrub Stimulant Tobacco Frederick William Fairholt
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This print showcases the delicate beauty of tobacco flowers (Nicotiana tabacum) alongside a magnified drawing of a leaf from the same plant. Native to tropical America, this shrub has an intriguing history deeply intertwined with human fascination and addiction. The toxic substance nicotine, produced by these flowers, acts as a natural defense mechanism against insects and grazing animals. Intriguingly, small doses of nicotine can provide pleasurable stimulation in humans. However, habitual use through activities like smoking tobacco cigarettes leads to addiction. This historical artwork was published in 1859 by Frederick William Fairholt, an English engraver renowned for his attention to detail. The vibrant pink hues of the flowers contrast beautifully with the intricate botanical illustration that accompanies them. This piece not only serves as a visual delight but also offers insights into the medicinal properties and biological significance of tobacco plants. With its roots firmly planted in North and Central America, this flowering plant holds immense importance both historically and biologically. Its presence in herbal medicine throughout the centuries further highlights its relevance within different cultures. This remarkable artwork captures the essence of tobacco's rich heritage while shedding light on its addictive nature and medical applications. A true testament to botanical artistry from the 19th century, it invites us to appreciate nature's wonders while contemplating our complex relationship with substances such as nicotine.
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