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Hookers Indian pink, Silene hookeri
Hookers Indian pink, Silene hookeri. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1874
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Hooker's Indian Pink: A Vibrant Botanical Treasure from the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe This exquisite hand-colored lithograph depicts Hooker's Indian Pink, Silene hookeri, a captivating flower that once graced the pages of Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire's renowned horticultural publication, "Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe" or "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe," published in Ghent, Belgium, in 1874. Silene hookeri, commonly known as Hooker's Indian Pink, is a delicate and charming perennial native to the Western Ghats of India. The plant is named after Sir Joseph Dalton Hooker, a renowned British botanist and explorer, who discovered this species during his travels in the Himalayas. The Hooker's Indian Pink is characterized by its rosette of velvety, dark-green leaves and clusters of small, pink, star-shaped flowers with distinctive white stripes. The lithograph showcases the intricate details of the Hooker's Indian Pink, from the veining on its leaves to the delicate petals of its flowers. The hand-coloring technique adds a vibrant and lifelike quality to the image, making it a stunning addition to any botanical collection. This botanical illustration reflects the meticulous attention to detail and dedication to accuracy that defined the work of Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire. Their publication, "Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe," was a groundbreaking work that documented the most exotic and rare plants from around the world, making it an invaluable resource for horticulturists, botanists, and plant enthusiasts of the time. Today, this beautiful and rare plant continues to captivate gardeners and botanists alike, and this stunning lithograph serves as a testament to its enduring allure and the rich history of botanical illustration.
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