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Water starwort, Callitriche palustris
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Water starwort, Callitriche palustris
Water starwort, Callitriche palustris (Callitriche aquatica). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London, 1816
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Aquatica Classes Duppa Linnaean Orders Palustris Starwort System
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting Water Starwort, Callitriche palustris (also known as Callitriche aquatica), a captivating aquatic plant that graced botanical illustrations during the 19th century. The intricate detail in this engraving, taken from an original illustration by Richard Duppa, highlights the delicate beauty of this plant, which thrives in shallow water environments. Water Starwort is a free-floating or submerged plant, belonging to the Callitriche genus within the family Callitrichaceae. Its small, star-shaped white flowers bloom above the water surface, adding a touch of elegance to the aquatic landscape. The plant's slender stems and leaves are adapted for life in water, with tiny air pockets that enable them to remain buoyant. Richard Duppa's illustration is a testament to the intricate detail and artistry of botanical engraving during the Linnaean era. Duppa's work, published in The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, was instrumental in documenting and categorizing various plant species, making it an essential resource for botanists and naturalists of the time. This engraving not only serves as a beautiful decorative piece but also offers a glimpse into the rich history of botanical illustration and the fascination with the natural world that drove collectors and scholars to amass extensive botanical libraries during the 19th century.
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