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Kaladana or picotee morning glory, Ipomoea nil
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Kaladana or picotee morning glory, Ipomoea nil
Kaladana or picotee morning glory, Ipomoea nil. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880
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This exquisite handcoloured lithograph depicts the enchanting Kaladana or Picotee Morning Glory, Ipomoea nil, a beautiful and intriguing plant that has captivated botanists, artists, and gardeners for centuries. The image is based on a meticulous botanical illustration by David Blair, as featured in Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's influential work, "Medicinal Plants," published in London in 1880. The Kaladana Morning Glory is renowned for its striking appearance, with its elegant, vine-like structure adorned with delicate, funnel-shaped flowers boasting contrasting white and purple petals. The plant's common names, Picotee and Kaladana, are derived from the French word "picoté," meaning speckled, and the Sinhalese term "kaladana," which translates to "blue flower," reflecting the plant's captivating coloration. The lithograph, produced by Hanhart, masterfully captures the intricacies of the plant's form and the delicate interplay of its colors. The meticulous hand-coloring process brings the botanical illustration to life, adding depth and vibrancy to the original work. The Kaladana Morning Glory was not only admired for its aesthetic qualities but also held significant medicinal value. In traditional herbal medicine, various parts of the plant were used to treat ailments such as fever, dysentery, and diarrhea. The plant's medicinal properties were detailed in Bentley and Trimen's work, making this lithograph not only an artistic treasure but also an important historical record of botanical knowledge. This stunning piece of botanical art serves as a testament to the enduring fascination with the natural world and the beauty and utility of plants. It invites us to appreciate the intricacies of the Kaladana Morning Glory and the rich history of botanical discovery and documentation.
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