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Soapwort or fullers herb, Saponaria officinalis
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Soapwort or fullers herb, Saponaria officinalis
Species of soapwort or fullers herb, Saponaria officinalis. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript
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This exquisite hand-colored woodblock engraving showcases the beautiful and intricate details of Soapwort, or Fuller's Herb, Saponaria officinalis. This botanical illustration is taken from Adam Lonicer's renowned herbal, Krauterbuch, published in Frankfurt in 1557. The image captures the plant in its entirety, with its fern-like leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. Soapwort, also known as bouncing bet or fuller's herb, has a long history of medicinal and industrial uses. The plant's sap contains saponins, which produce a rich, sudsy lather when agitated with water. This property made it a valuable commodity for both medicinal and cleaning purposes. In the middle ages, fullers used the plant to clean and felt wool, hence the common name Fuller's Herb. The illustration is adorned with various labels and captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, and English manuscripts. These labels identify the plant as Lanaria, Herba, Struthium, Alterum, Soapwort, Fullers Herb, and Saponaria Officinalis. The multilingual captions reflect the widespread use and knowledge of this plant across Europe during the Renaissance period. This image is a rare and beautiful example of the intricate detail and craftsmanship that went into botanical illustrations during the 16th century. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the historical significance and versatility of this remarkable plant.
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