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Sweet gale or Dutch myrtle, Myrica gale
Sweet gale or Dutch myrtle, Myrica gale. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London, 1816
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Classes Duppa Gale Linnaean Myrtle Orders Sweet System
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the charming Sweet Gale or Dutch Myrtle, Myrica gale, a small shrub native to bogs and damp woodlands across Europe and North America. The engraving is based on an illustration by the renowned botanical artist Richard Duppa, taken from his seminal work, 'The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany,' published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, and Brown in London in 1816. The Sweet Gale is characterized by its slender, arching branches adorned with small, green leaves that emit a sweet, spicy aroma when crushed. In late summer, the plant produces tiny, white or pinkish flowers that give way to small, blue-black berries. These berries are a valuable food source for various birds and mammals, making the Sweet Gale an essential component of wetland ecosystems. The intricate details of the engraving reveal the delicate beauty of the Sweet Gale's leaves, flowers, and berries, as well as the texture of its bark. The meticulous handcolouring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, bringing the plant to life and highlighting its unique features. As part of the Linnaean System of Botany, the Sweet Gale was classified and named by Carl Linnaeus, the father of modern taxonomy. Linnaeus' groundbreaking work revolutionized the way plants were identified and categorized, paving the way for modern botanical science. This engraving is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, as well as the importance of scientific classification in understanding it.
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