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Asafoetida, Ferula assa-foetida
Asafoetida, Ferula assa-foetida. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, (Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants), Jena, 1876
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Asafoetida, scientifically known as Ferula assa-foetida, is a resin obtained from the Ferula plant, primarily found in the dry regions of Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan. This handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus' Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, published in Jena, Germany, in 1876, provides an intricate and detailed illustration of the asafoetida plant and its resin. The plant belongs to the Apiaceae family and is characterized by its tall, hollow stem and umbellate inflorescence. The resin, which is derived from the plant's rhizome, has a strong, pungent, and foul smell, earning it the common names "stinking gum" or "devil's dung." Despite its unpleasant odour, asafoetida has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and cooking, particularly in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines, due to its strong flavour and ability to enhance other flavours. The resin was traditionally used to treat various ailments, including digestive issues, respiratory problems, and menstrual cramps. In Ayurvedic and Unani medicine, it is considered to be a carminative, expectorant, and anti-inflammatory agent. The resin is also used in perfumery and as a condiment in small quantities due to its strong aroma. This beautiful and intricately detailed illustration not only showcases the botanical features of the asafoetida plant but also highlights its historical significance in traditional medicine and culinary practices. The handcoloured copperplate engraving technique used in this illustration was a popular method for producing high-quality botanical and medical illustrations during the 19th century.
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