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Trailing arbutus or mayflower with pink flowers
Trailing arbutus or mayflower with pink flowers, Epigaea repens.. Illustration by Clarissa Badger, nee Munger, from Wild Flowers, Drawn and Colored from Nature, New York, 1859
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1859 Arbutus Badger Clarissa Drawn Mayflower Munger Repens Trailing Wild
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Trailing Arbutus or Mayflower (Epigaea repens) with Pink Flowers: A Glimpse into Botanical Illustration History This exquisite hand-colored lithograph depicts the Trailing Arbutus, also known as Mayflower (Epigaea repens), with its delicate pink flowers. The illustration is a masterpiece from the 19th century, created by Clarissa Badger, nee Munger, for her publication, "Wild Flowers, Drawn and Colored from Nature," published in New York in 1859. The Trailing Arbutus is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the eastern United States and Atlantic Canada. Its small, pink, bell-shaped flowers appear in early spring, often before the leaves emerge, making them a cherished harbinger of spring. The plant's trailing stems root at the nodes, allowing it to form dense mats that cover the forest floor. Clarissa Badger was an accomplished botanical artist and illustrator, known for her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to capture the essence of her subjects. Her work was highly regarded during her time and has remained an invaluable resource for botanical research and appreciation. This lithograph is a testament to the artistry and dedication of Clarissa Badger and the importance of botanical illustration in documenting and preserving the natural world. The intricacy of the flowers and the vivid colors in this print provide a captivating glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the wonders of nature were a source of endless fascination and inspiration.
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