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Common aloe or Barbados aloe, Aloe vera
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Common aloe or Barbados aloe, Aloe vera
Common aloe or Barbados aloe, Aloe vera (Aloe vulgaris). 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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Aloe Apothecary Barbados Bentley Blair Common Hanhart Herbal Medicinal Trimen Vera Vulgaris
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This stunning handcoloured lithograph depicts the Common Aloe, also known as Barbados Aloe or Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis miller or Aloe vera L. ssp. vera), a succulent plant native to the African continent. The image is based on a botanical illustration by David Blair, as published in Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's "Medicinal Plants" in 1880. Aloe vera is renowned for its medicinal properties and has been used for centuries in traditional herbal medicine. The plant's thick, fleshy leaves contain a clear gel that is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it a popular ingredient in various health and beauty products. The gel is commonly used to soothe burns, sunburns, and other skin irritations, while the bitter latex found beneath the outer layer of the leaves is used internally to treat various digestive issues. The intricate details of the plant's leaves and stems are beautifully captured in this lithograph, with the vibrant green colour contrasting against the rich red and brown tones of the plant's inner workings. The delicate shading and precise lines add depth and texture to the image, making it a true work of art as well as a valuable record of this important medicinal plant. This lithograph is a testament to the beauty and intrigue of the natural world, and serves as a reminder of the important role that botanical illustrations have played in documenting and preserving the knowledge of medicinal plants throughout history.
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