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Borage, Borago officinalis
Borage, Borago officinalis (Borrago officinalis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, (Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants), Jena, 1876
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Artus Borage Borago Gewachse Hand Atlas Handbook Herbal Medical Pharmaceutical Mediinisch Pharmaceutischer Officinalis Sammtlicher Willibald
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1. Title: "Borage (Borago officinalis): A Historic Botanical Illustration from the 19th Century" This handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases the beautiful and intricate details of Borage (Borago officinalis), a well-known medicinal and edible herb. The image is taken from Dr. Willibald Artus's comprehensive botanical work, "Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants" (Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse), published in Jena, Germany, in 1876. Borage, also known as Borrago officinalis, is a popular herb in traditional medicine and herbalism. Its distinctive star-shaped blue flowers and hairy stems are clearly depicted in this exquisite illustration. The plant is native to the Mediterranean region and has naturalized in many parts of Europe and North America. Borage has a long history of medicinal use, dating back to ancient Greece and Rome. It was believed to have various health benefits, including the ability to alleviate inflammation, reduce fever, and ease anxiety. The herb was also used as a remedy for sore throat, respiratory issues, and skin conditions. The engraving process involved creating an image on a copper plate using a burin or other engraving tools, which was then inked and pressed onto paper to create a print. The addition of handcolouring further enhanced the detail and accuracy of the illustration, making it a valuable resource for botanical research and identification. This historic botanical illustration offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and intricacy of Borage while highlighting the importance of botanical knowledge in the development of traditional medicine.
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