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Whorled milkweed or whorl-leaved swallow-wort
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Whorled milkweed or whorl-leaved swallow-wort
Whorled milkweed or whorl-leaved swallow-wort, Asclepias verticillata. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a botanical illustration by Edward Dalton Smith from Robert Sweets The British Flower Garden, Ridgeway, London, 1826
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Asclepias Dalton Milkweed Sweet Verticillata Smith Swallow Wort Whorled
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the enchanting Whorled Milkweed or Whorl-leaved Swallow-wort (Asclepias verticillata), a native plant of North America. The intricate details of this botanical masterpiece were captured through the skilled collaboration of Weddell's engraving artistry and Edward Dalton Smith's botanical illustration. Originally published in Robert Sweet's esteemed horticultural publication, "The British Flower Garden," in 1826, this image showcases the delicate beauty of this milkweed species. The Whorled Milkweed derives its name from the arrangement of its leaves, which form whorls around the stem. The plant boasts bell-shaped, pink or white flowers that bloom in whorls, attracting various pollinators, including bees and butterflies. The milkweed's leaves are covered in fine, white hairs, which give the plant a soft, velvety texture. The Whorled Milkweed is a vital food source for the Monarch Butterfly, as the caterpillars feed on the plant's leaves. As a member of the milkweed family, this plant produces a milky sap, which can be toxic to many herbivores, providing an essential defense mechanism against predators. This botanical engraving not only serves as a stunning representation of the Whorled Milkweed's visual allure but also highlights its ecological significance. The intricate details of the engraving invite viewers to explore the intricacies of this remarkable plant, while the hand-coloring adds a vibrant, lifelike quality that transports us to the natural world.
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