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Mexican sarsaparilla, Smilax aristolochiifolia
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Mexican sarsaparilla, Smilax aristolochiifolia
Mexican sarsaparilla Smilax aristolochiifolia (Smilax medica). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887
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Adolph Gustav Herbal Hermann Koehlers Kohler Medica Medicinal Medizinal Pflanzen Mexican Pabst Sarsaparilla Smilax
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Mexican Sarsaparilla: A Botanical Marvel from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants This chromolithograph depicts the Mexican Sarsaparilla, Smilax aristolochiifolia (previously known as Smilax medica), a fascinating plant that has long held a place in the annals of botanical and medicinal history. The image is an exquisite representation of the plant as it was rendered in Hermann Adolph Koehler's renowned publication, Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, published in Koehler, Germany, in 1887. The Mexican Sarsaparilla, a member of the Smilax or arrowroot family, is native to Central and South America, with Mexico being one of its primary habitats. This woody vine is characterized by its climbing growth habit, thorny stems, and large, glossy, green leaves. The plant bears small, white or pinkish flowers, followed by red or purple berries. Historically, Mexican Sarsaparilla has been used for various medicinal purposes. Indigenous peoples in Mexico and Central America employed it to treat ailments such as rheumatism, syphilis, and skin conditions. European explorers and settlers later adopted its use, leading to its inclusion in European herbals and pharmacopeias. The active compounds responsible for its therapeutic properties include steroidal saponins, primarily the smilagenins and sarsasapogenins. These compounds exhibit anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, making Mexican Sarsaparilla a valuable addition to traditional and modern herbal medicine. This beautiful chromolithograph not only serves as an accurate botanical record of the Mexican Sarsaparilla but also as a testament to the rich cultural and medicinal history of this remarkable plant. Its intricate details and vibrant colors invite us to appreciate the natural world and the myriad of healing wonders it holds.
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