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The following descriptions are based on the visual characteristics observed from the illustrations:
1. **Ruellia Ciliosa** - This plant features an upright growth habit with slender stems covered in fine hairs, which is likely where the 'ciliosa' part of the name comes from, meaning 'hairy'. The leaves are lanceolate and appear to be arranged oppositely on the stem. The flowers are funnel-shaped with a soft lavender to light purple color and have five distinct lobes, with darker purple lines radiating from the center which serve as nectar guides for pollinators.
2. **Epiphegus Virginiana** - Commonly known as Beechdrops, this plant is a parasitic plant that lacks chlorophyll, which is why it has a brownish or purplish color instead of green. It has a slender, branching stem with small scale-like leaves. The flowers are small and tubular, with a brownish or purplish color, and they are likely to be found along the stems.
3. **Ipomoea Lacunosa** - This is a species of morning glory known for its twining vine habit. It has heart-shaped leaves that often have a deep green color with lighter veins. The flowers are trumpet-shaped, white, with a slight tinge of purple or pink at the center, and usually bloom in the morning.
4. **Calopogon Pulchellus** - Also known as the Eastern Grasspink, this plant is an orchid species with grass-like leaves. The flowers are striking with a vivid pink or magenta color, a large lip petal that is usually bearded and spotted with yellow and white towards the center.
5. **Orontium Aquaticum** - Known as Golden Club or Neverwet, this aquatic plant has a very distinctive flowering spike (spadix) covered in tiny, bright yellow flowers. It has large, lanceolate leaves that float on the water's surface or may rise above it.
6. **Vaccinium Macrocarpon** - This plant is the American cranberry. It features small, oval, dark green leaves with a lighter underside. The flowers are small, pink, and have a unique shape with reflexed petals and prominent stamens and pistils. The berries are large and red when ripe, with a typical cranberry appearance.
These descriptions provide an overview of the botanical illustrations' visual characteristics, reflecting the plants' appearance as depicted in the 19th-century publication by Thomas Meehan with the title 'The Native Flowers and Ferns of the United States', published in 1879 (Volume 2).
The chromolithograph technique involves layering several lithographic prints, each with a different color, to create a rich, painterly effect. This image is a fine example of the art, capturing the vivid hues and delicate textures of the plant. The detail in the stamen and the subtle shading of the petals suggest the flower's natural beauty and the artist's attention to botanical accuracy.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 6
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- Date of Manufacture:1879
- Condition:Good condition. All six are a bit rough on the right side. Aged paper with typically warm, yellowish-brown hue, especially around edges. Study images carefully. This set Include text leaves.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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