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Malabar catmint, Anisomeles malabarica
Malabar catmint, Anisomeles malabarica. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1819
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Malabar Catmint, Anisomeles malabarica, is a beautiful and intriguing plant that has captured the attention of botanists and horticulturists for over two centuries. This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving from the Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, published in London in 1819, provides a stunning visual representation of this fascinating plant. The Malabar Catmint, also known as Indian Borage or Blue Sage, is a native of southern India and Sri Lanka. It is characterized by its velvety, green leaves that are covered in small, white hairs, giving them a soft, fuzzy texture, much like that of a cat's fur. The plant produces clusters of delicate, blue-violet flowers that bloom in the summer months. The engraving, produced during the height of the botanical illustration movement in Europe, showcases the meticulous attention to detail that was a hallmark of this art form. The artist has captured the delicate veining on the leaves, the intricate patterns on the flower petals, and the subtle variations in colour and texture with remarkable accuracy. The Malabar Catmint was first introduced to Europe in the late 18th century and quickly became a popular addition to Victorian gardens. Its unique appearance and soothing fragrance made it a favourite among gardeners, and it was often used as a border plant or in herb gardens. Today, the Malabar Catmint is still cultivated for its ornamental value, and it is also used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. This beautiful and intriguing plant continues to captivate us with its delicate beauty and rich history.
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