Corn rose, Papaver rhoeas, and welch poppy
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Corn rose, Papaver rhoeas, and welch poppy
Corn rose, Papaver rhoeas, and welch poppy, Meconopsis cambrica.. 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 exquisite handcolored botanical copperplate engraving, taken from Joshua Hamilton's Culpeper's English Family Physician; or Medical Herbal, showcases three beautiful and historically significant plants: the Corn Rose (Papaver rhoeas), the Welch Poppy (Papaver rhoeas), and the Welsh Poppy or Scorpion-weed (Meconopsis cambrica). Dating back to 1792, this engraving is a testament to the rich history of botany and herbal medicine. The Corn Rose, also known as the Common Poppy or Flanders Poppy, is a common sight in fields and roadsides throughout Europe and Asia. Its vibrant red flowers have long been admired for their beauty, and the plant has been used for various medicinal purposes, including pain relief and the treatment of wounds. The Welch Poppy, or Welsh Poppy, is a different variety of the same species as the Corn Rose. It is characterized by its yellow flowers and was once used as a substitute for the opium poppy in the production of poppy seed oil. The third plant depicted in this engraving is the Welsh Poppy or Scorpion-weed, a native of Wales and western England. Its distinctive blue-green leaves and large, cup-shaped flowers have made it a popular ornamental plant, while its roots have been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including jaundice and liver complaints. This stunning engraving is a reminder of the rich history of botanical exploration and the importance of plants in both medicine and beauty. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring these plants to life, transporting us back in time to an era when the natural world was a source of wonder and inspiration.
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