Botanical illustration Morina persica from Sibthorp
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Botanical illustration Morina persica from Sibthorp
Morina Persica: plate from John Sibthorps book on the plants of Greece Flora Graeca Sibthorpiana published 1806-40 in 10 volumes. Sibthorp was professor of botany at Oxford and set out to identify the 700 plants described in the ancient worlds primary work on herbal medicine Materia Medica Date: 1845
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This stunning botanical illustration depicts Morina persica, a plant native to the Mediterranean region, as it was meticulously rendered in the Flora Graeca Sibthorpiana, published between 1806 and 1840 in ten volumes. John Sibthorp, a professor of botany at the University of Oxford, embarked on an ambitious project to identify the 700 plants described in the ancient world's primary work on herbal medicine, Materia Medica. Sibthorp's groundbreaking work, which was published over a period of thirty-four years, is a testament to his dedication and expertise in the field of botany. The Morina persica plate, created around 1845, showcases the plant's intricate details, from its delicate flowers to its serrated leaves. The illustration's vibrant colors and precise shading bring the plant to life, providing an accurate and detailed record of its appearance. The Flora Graeca Sibthorpiana is a significant contribution to the history of botanical illustration and the study of Mediterranean flora. Sibthorp's painstaking work laid the foundation for future botanical research and continues to be a valuable resource for scientists, historians, and plant enthusiasts alike. This beautiful illustration of Morina persica is a testament to Sibthorp's commitment to documenting the natural world and advancing our understanding of the plants that surround us.
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