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Glorious yucca, Yucca gloriosa
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Glorious yucca, Yucca gloriosa
Glorious yucca, Yucca gloriosa (Tapering-flowered Adams needle, Yucca acuminata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G. Willis, London, 1854
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Acuminata Adams Dalton Edwin Gloriosa Glorious Lily Lindley Needle Ornamental Palm Shrubbery Sweet Weddell Yucca Smith
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Glorious Yucca, Yucca gloriosa, also known as the Tapering-flowered Adams Needle or Yucca acuminata. The image, created by the skilled hands of Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith, was published in John Lindley and Robert Sweet's Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery in 1854. The Yucca gloriosa is a native plant of the southeastern United States, characterized by its tall, sturdy stem and elegant, tapering flowers. The plant belongs to the Agavaceae family, which also includes agaves and palms. The engraving captures the plant's beauty in exquisite detail, from the intricately textured leaves to the delicate, bell-shaped flowers that bloom atop the stem. The hand-coloring adds an extra layer of vibrancy to the image, bringing out the rich hues of the plant's leaves and flowers. The engraving was produced during a time when botanical illustrations were at the height of their popularity, as the study and documentation of new plant species from around the world was a major scientific pursuit. The Glorious Yucca remains a beloved plant today, prized for its unique beauty and hardiness. It is often used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant, adding architectural interest and texture to gardens. This beautiful engraving is a testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the past, and a reminder of the enduring allure of the natural world.
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