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Serpentine columbine, Aquilegia eximia
Serpentine columbine, Aquilegia eximia. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1857
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Serpentine Columbine, Aquilegia eximia: A Stunning Botanical Illustration from the 19th Century This exquisite handcoloured lithograph depicts the Serpentine Columbine, Aquilegia eximia, a rare and beautiful flowering plant native to the serpentine soils of California and Oregon in North America. The illustration is taken from the esteemed horticultural publication, 'Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe' by Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire, published in Ghent, Belgium, in 1857. The Serpentine Columbine is a member of the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae) and is characterized by its distinctive blue-violet, nodding flowers with intricately patterned sepals that resemble the hoods of serpents. The plant thrives in rocky, alkaline soils and is a prized addition to rock gardens and alpine collections. The illustration captures the delicate beauty of the Serpentine Columbine in stunning detail, with each petal, sepal, and vein rendered in meticulous detail. The use of handcolouring adds an extra layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a true work of art as well as a valuable botanical record. This illustration is a testament to the dedication and expertise of the botanical illustrators of the 19th century, who painstakingly documented the natural world for the benefit of science, horticulture, and art. The Serpentine Columbine remains a cherished plant among collectors and gardeners today, and this beautiful illustration continues to inspire awe and admiration over a century and a half after it was first created.
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