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Floating water plantain, Luronium natans
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Floating water plantain, Luronium natans
Floating water plantain, Luronium natans (Alisma natans). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1800
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Alisma Floating Plantain Sowerby Natans Smith
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the enchanting Floating Water Plantain, Luronium natans (previously known as Alisma natans), as it gracefully floats on the tranquil surface of a still body of water. The intricate details of this aquatic plant's delicate leaves and flowers are beautifully rendered in this meticulously crafted engraving, which is based on a drawing by the renowned botanical artist, James Sowerby. The Floating Water Plantain is a native European aquatic herb, belonging to the Alismataceae family. Its slender rhizomes and long, narrow, submerged leaves allow it to thrive in shallow, nutrient-rich waters. The plant's small, white, fragrant flowers bloom in the summer, adding a touch of elegance to the water's edge. This stunning engraving is a testament to the natural beauty of the Floating Water Plantain and the artistry of James Sowerby, who was a leading figure in the field of botanical illustration during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His work was published in James Smith's English Botany, a comprehensive and accurate record of the flora of Britain and Ireland during this period. The intricate details of this engraving provide a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of the Floating Water Plantain, and serve as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the natural world around us.
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