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Evergreen honeysuckle, Lonicera splendida
Evergreen honeysuckle, Lonicera splendida. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1856
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This exquisite handcoloured lithograph showcases the enchanting beauty of Evergreen Honeysuckle, Lonicera splendida. Originally published in the renowned horticultural compendium "Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe" by Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires in 1856, this botanical illustration captures the essence of this plant. Lonicera splendida, also known as Evergreen Honeysuckle, is a woody, evergreen vine that hails from China. Its glossy, dark-green leaves are adorned with tiny hairs, creating a velvety texture that adds to its allure. The plant is covered in small, tubular, yellow flowers with a distinctively sweet fragrance, which bloom in clusters throughout the year in its native habitat. The intricate details of the Evergreen Honeysuckle's leaves, stems, and flowers are meticulously rendered in this chromolithograph, a printing technique that utilizes multiple layers of colour to create lifelike images. The delicate shading and precise lines bring out the plant's textures and subtle nuances, making it a true masterpiece of botanical art. This illustration not only serves as a testament to the artistic skill of the 19th-century European botanical community but also highlights the enduring appeal of the natural world. The Evergreen Honeysuckle continues to be a popular ornamental plant in gardens around the world, and this stunning depiction serves as a reminder of its timeless beauty.
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