The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 04 by William Curtis

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Author Curtis, William, 1746-1799
Title The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 04
Or, Flower-Garden Displayed
Original Publication LONDON:
Printed by Couchman and Fry, Throgmorton-Street. For W. CURTIS, No 3, St. George's-Crescent, Black-Friars-Road; And Sold by the principal Booksellers in Great-Britain and Ireland.
M DCC XCI.
Note Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents [109]—Lavatera Trimestris.
[110]—Mimosa Verticillata.
[111]—Lathyrus Tuberosus.
[112]—Cistus Ladaniferus.
[113]—Convolvulus Purpureus.
[114]—Silene Pendula.
[115]—Lathyrus Sativus.
[116]—Limodorum Tuberosum.
[117]—Campanula Carpatica.
[118]—Sedum Anacampseros.
[119]—Strelitzia Reginæ.
[121]—Narcissus Incomparabilis.
[122]—Hyacinthus Racemosus.
[123]—Anemone Hortensis.
[124]—Iberis Gibraltarica.
[125]—Alstrœmeria Ligtu.
[126]—Alyssum Deltoideum.
[127]—Ixia Flexuosa.
[128]—Scilla Campanulata
[129]—Amaryllis Vittata.
[130]—Alyssum Utriculatum.
[131]—Catesbæa Spinosa.
[132]—Rubus Arcticus.
[133]—Hyacinthus Comosus
[134]—Adonis Vernalis.
[135]—Gladiolus Cardinalis.
[136]—Pelargonium Tetragonum.
[137]—Hypericum Balearicum.
[138]—Kalmia Hirsuta.
[139]—Alstrœmeria Pelegrina.
[140]—Lupinus Luteus.
[141]—Heliotropium Peruvianum.
[142]—Scorzonera Tingitana.
[143]—Pelargonium Glutinosum.
[144]—Ferraria Undulata..
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Summary "The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 04" by William Curtis is a scientific publication written during the late 18th century. This work serves as a detailed guide to ornamental plants cultivated in various settings, such as open gardens and greenhouses, providing accurate color illustrations of these foreign plants along with their scientific classifications and descriptions. It is intended for readers, including garden enthusiasts and horticulturists, who seek to enhance their understanding of the plants they grow. The book contains comprehensive accounts of various plants, illustrating their botanical classifications, characteristics, and cultivation methods. Each plant entry features its Latin name, class, and order, along with descriptions of its habitat, flowering period, and care requirements. Prominent examples include the striking "Canna-leaved Strelitzia," and the fragrant "Peruvian Turnsole," showcasing the ornamental diversity available at the time. Curtis emphasizes both the aesthetic appeal and the scientific aspects of gardening, making it a valuable resource for amateur and professional gardeners alike. (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
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EBook-No. 17979
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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