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Bitter milkwort, Polygala amara
Bitter milkwort, Polygala amara. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, (Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants), Jena, 1876
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Amara Artus Bitter Gewachse Hand Atlas Handbook Herbal Medical Pharmaceutical Mediinisch Pharmaceutischer Milkwort Polygala Sammtlicher Willibald
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Bitter Milkwort, Polygala amara, is a small herbaceous plant belonging to the Polygalaceae family, known for its medicinal properties. This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving is an illustration from Dr. Willibald Artus's comprehensive botanical work, "Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants" published in Jena, Germany, in 1876. The intricate detail of the engraving showcases the various features of the plant, including its slender stems, oval leaves, and small, blue-purple flowers. Bitter Milkwort is native to Europe and Asia, and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries due to its bitter taste and astringent properties. It was believed to have numerous health benefits, including the ability to soothe sore throats, alleviate coughs, and act as a digestive aid. The plant was also used topically to treat skin irritations and wounds. This beautiful and historically significant illustration provides a glimpse into the rich botanical knowledge of the past, and serves as a reminder of the importance of natural remedies in healthcare.
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