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Blue passion-flower, Passiflora caerulea
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Blue passion-flower, Passiflora caerulea
Blue passion-flower, Passiflora caerulea. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts the enchanting Blue Passion-flower, Passiflora caerulea, a true marvel of the botanical world. The intricately detailed illustration, created by Desire Bois for Edward Steep's "Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse" published by Frederick Warne in London in 1896, captures the essence of this exotic beauty in all its splendor. Passion-flowers, part of the Passiflora genus, are known for their unique and captivating appearance, with their large, vibrant blooms bearing an intriguing resemblance to the Virgin Mary and the Crown of Thorns. The Blue Passion-flower, in particular, is a standout with its rich, velvety blue hue and intricate, radiating filaments. The illustration showcases the flower in all its glory, with its delicate petals unfurling to reveal the intricate details of its reproductive structures. The passion-flower's unique anatomy, with its numerous stamens and pistils arranged in a wheel-like pattern, is on full display. The Victorian era, during which this illustration was created, was a time of great fascination with botanical discoveries and horticultural advancements. Gardening and the cultivation of exotic plants were popular pastimes for the wealthy, and publications like Edward Steep's "Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse" provided inspiration and guidance for avid gardeners. This beautiful chromolithograph serves as a testament to the enduring allure of the Blue Passion-flower and the importance of botanical illustration in documenting and preserving the natural world.
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