The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 01 by William Curtis

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Author Curtis, William, 1746-1799
Title The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 01
Or, Flower-Garden Displayed
Original Publication LONDON:
Printed by Couchman and Fry, Throgmorton-Street,
For W. CURTIS, at his Botanic-Garden, Lambeth-Marsh;
And Sold by the principal Booksellers in Great-Britain and Ireland.
M DCC XC.
Note Reading ease score: 63.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents [1]—Iris Persica.
[2]—Rudbeckia purpurea.
[3]—Helleborus hyemalis.
[4]—Cyclamen Coum.
[5]—Erythronium Dens Canis.
[6]—Narcissus Minor.
[7]—Cynoglossum Omphalodes.
[8]—Helleborus Niger.
[9]—Iris pumila.
[10]—Anemone Hepatica.
[11]—Erica herbacea.
[12]—Dodecatheon Meadia.
[13]—Coronilla glauca.
[14]—Primula villosa.
[15]—Narcissus Jonquilla.
[16]—Iris variegata.
[17]—Cactus flagelliformis.
[18]—Geranium Reichardi.
[19]—Hemerocallis Flava.
[20]—Geranium Peltatum.
[21]—Iris Versicolor.
[22]—Nigella damascena.
[23]—Tropæolum majus.
[24]—Agrostemma coronaria.
[25]—Dianthus chinensis.
[26]—Stapelia variegata.
[27]—Convolvulus tricolor.
[28]—Passiflora cœrulea.
[29]—Reseda odorata.
[30]—Lilium chalcedonicum.
[31]—Jasminum officinale.
[32]—Mesembryanthemum dolabriforme.
[33]—Aster tenellus.
[34]—Browallia elata.
[35]—Crepis barbata.
[36]—Lilium bulbiferum.
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Summary "The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 01" by William Curtis is a scientific publication written in the late 18th century. This work serves as both a botanical guide and an illustrated reference, focusing on ornamental foreign plants that can be cultivated in gardens, greenhouses, and stoves. The magazine aims to educate readers about the systematic knowledge and cultural practices necessary for tending to these plants. The first volume features detailed descriptions of various ornamental plants, including their classification, specific characteristics, and recommended cultivation methods. Each plant is meticulously illustrated in its natural colors, providing a visual guide alongside the text. Curtis integrates insights from renowned botanists like Linnaeus and Miller, presenting a comprehensive resource for ladies, gentlemen, and gardeners interested in expanding their botanical knowledge and successfully growing these exotic species in their own gardens. This publication not only highlights the aesthetic appeal of these plants but also emphasizes the importance of scientific understanding in horticultural practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QK: Science: Botany
Subject Plants -- Periodicals
Subject Plants, Cultivated -- Periodicals
Subject Plants, Ornamental -- Periodicals
Subject Botanical illustration -- Periodicals
Category Text
EBook-No. 17198
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 13, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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