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Wild beet, Beta sylvestris, and wintergreen, Pyrola minor
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Wild beet, Beta sylvestris, and wintergreen, Pyrola minor
Wild beet, Beta sylvestris, and wintergreen, Pyrola minor. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript
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Adam Beet Beta Captions Edition Herb Herbal Krauterbuch Latin Limonium Lonicer Minor Pirate Pyrola Sylvestre Sylvestris Wild Wintergreen Woodblock Woodcut
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This exquisite handcoloured woodblock engraving is a botanical illustration of Wild Beet, Beta sylvestris, and Wintergreen, Pyrola minor, taken from the herbal publication "Krauterbuch" or "Herbal" by the renowned German botanist and physician, Adam Lonicer. The illustration dates back to 1557, and this particular print is believed to be from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only. The captions accompanying the image are in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and English manuscript. Wild Beet, also known as Betroot or Red Beet, is a root vegetable that was widely used for medicinal purposes in Europe during the Middle Ages. Its deep red color was believed to signify its healing properties, and it was used to treat various ailments, including anemia, fever, and digestive issues. The plant is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia, and it is still cultivated for food and medicinal use today. Wintergreen, on the other hand, is a low-growing plant that is native to the northern hemisphere. Its leaves contain methyl salicylate, which gives them a distinctive wintergreen scent and flavor. Wintergreen was also used for medicinal purposes, particularly for treating pain and inflammation. Indigenous peoples in North America used the plant to treat a variety of conditions, including headaches, arthritis, and digestive issues. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this woodblock engraving are a testament to the skill and artistry of the botanical illustrators of the time. The use of multiple languages in the captions reflects the global reach of botanical knowledge during the Renaissance period, as scholars and explorers shared their discoveries across borders and languages.
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