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Scadoxus cinnabarinus from Gabon, Africa
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Scadoxus cinnabarinus from Gabon, Africa
Scadoxus cinnabarinus from Gabon, Africa (Haemanthus cinnabarinus). 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, 1857
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Scadoxus cinnabarinus, also known as Haemanthus cinnabarinus, is a stunning and rare bulbous plant native to the rainforests of Gabon, Africa. This exquisite botanical illustration is a hand-coloured lithograph from the renowned horticultural publication "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe" by Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire, published in Ghent, Belgium in 1857. The Scadoxus cinnabarinus is characterized by its vibrant, red-purple bracts that surround the central, funnel-shaped flowers. These bracts are often mistakenly believed to be the flowers themselves due to their striking coloration. The true flowers are small and white, located at the center of the bracts. The plant's natural habitat is in the humid, shady forests of Central Africa, where it grows in wooded savannas and along riverbanks. It is a slow-growing plant that takes several years to reach maturity, and it blooms in the late winter or early spring. The Scadoxus cinnabarinus was a popular ornamental plant in European gardens during the late 19th century, and it continues to be cultivated and admired for its unique beauty today. This beautiful botanical illustration provides a glimpse into the horticultural interests and advancements of the time, as well as the importance of botanical exploration and documentation. The intricate details of the illustration, from the veining on the leaves to the delicate texture of the bracts, are a testament to the skill and artistry of the illustrators and the printing process used in the production of this work. This rare and beautiful plant continues to inspire awe and fascination, both for its natural beauty and for the historical significance of this botanical masterpiece.
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