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Quill moss or false fern moss, Cyathophorum bulbosum
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Quill moss or false fern moss, Cyathophorum bulbosum
Quill moss or false fern moss, Cyathophorum bulbosum, native to Australia. Leskea pennata, Hookeria pennata. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by F. Plee, drawn and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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Quill Moss or False Fern Moss: Cyathophorum bulbosum This stunning handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving depicts Quill Moss or False Fern Moss, Cyathophorum bulbosum, a native Australian moss that was widely studied and admired during the 19th century. The illustration is taken from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, or Dictionary of Natural Science, published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The intricate detail of the engraving, illustrated by F. Plee under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, showcases the moss's unique quill-like structure. The moss is also known by its alternative names, Greater Quillwort and Antifever Moss, due to its traditional use as a medicinal plant. It was believed to have antipyretic properties and was used to treat fevers and as a diuretic. The moss is shown growing in a watery environment, with several other mosses, Leskea pennata and Hookeria pennata, also present. Quill Moss is a fascinating plant that has been studied for its potential uses, both in the past and in modern times. It has been used as a vegetable and fruit in some parts of the world, and its edible properties have been explored in recent years. Turpin (1775-1840) was a renowned French botanical illustrator, considered one of the greatest of the 19th century. His meticulous attention to detail and ability to capture the essence of plants in his illustrations made him a respected figure in the scientific community. This beautiful engraving is a testament to his skill and dedication to the art of botanical illustration.
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