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Queens delight, Stillingia sylvatica
Queens delight, Stillingia sylvatica. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880
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Apothecary Bentley Blair Delight Hanhart Herbal Medicinal Queens Sylvatica Trimen
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Queens Delight: A Rare Beauty from the American Forests This exquisite hand-colored lithograph depicts Queens Delight, or Stillingia sylvatica, a native American plant that has long held significance in herbal medicine. The botanical illustration was meticulously created by David Blair and later reproduced by Hanhart, as part of Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's comprehensive work, "Medicinal Plants," published in London in 1880. Stillingia sylvatica, also known as American gumweed, is a perennial herb native to the eastern United States. Its striking appearance, with large, glossy, green leaves and clusters of small, white flowers, is captured in breathtaking detail in this lithograph. The plant's name, Queens Delight, is said to have originated from the belief that the leaves were a favorite food of Queen Anne's Lace, a common wildflower. The medicinal properties of Queens Delight have been known to indigenous peoples for centuries. The plant was used to treat a variety of ailments, including rheumatism, dysentery, and snakebites. Its primary active ingredient, stillingia, was later identified as a powerful anti-inflammatory and analgesic. This beautiful and historically significant botanical print serves as a reminder of the rich natural resources that have long inspired curiosity and discovery in the realm of herbal medicine. The intricate details of the plant's anatomy, captured in this lithograph, offer a glimpse into the past, while its continued relevance in modern medicine underscores the enduring importance of botanical knowledge.
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