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False indigo-bush, Amorpha fruticosa
False indigo-bush, Amorpha fruticosa (Fragrant bastard indigo, Amorpha fragrans). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a botanical illustration by Edward Dalton Smith from Robert Sweets The British Flower Garden, Ridgeway, London, 1828
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Bastard Dalton False Fragrans Fragrant Fruticosa Indigo Sweet Smith
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the False Indigo-bush, Amorpha fruticosa, also known as Fragrant Bastard Indigo or Amorpha fragrans. The image is based on a botanical illustration by Edward Dalton Smith, as featured in Robert Sweet's renowned horticultural publication, "The British Flower Garden," published in Ridgeway, London, in 1828. The False Indigo-bush is a native North American plant, characterized by its attractive, fragrant foliage and clusters of small, violet-blue flowers. The plant's common name derives from its historical use as a substitute for true Indigo, a valuable dye source. However, its fragrance is a more notable feature for modern gardeners, making it an appealing ornamental addition. The intricate details of the engraving showcase the plant's delicate features, from its slender, branching stems to the finely textured leaves and the delicate flowers arranged in elongated racemes. The hand-coloring adds an extra layer of depth and vibrancy, bringing the botanical illustration to life. Botanical illustrations like this one played a crucial role in the documentation and dissemination of new plant discoveries during the 19th century. They provided accurate records for scientific research and served as inspiration for horticulturists and gardeners. Today, these historical works continue to captivate us with their beauty and the fascinating stories they tell about the natural world.
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