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THE - Botanical Magazine; - OR, - Flower-Garden Displayed: - IN WHICH
By WILLIAM CURTIS,
[253] - Lathyrus Articulatus. Jointed-Podded Lathyrus.
[254] - Lopezia Racemosa. Mexican Lopezia.
DESCRIPTION OF THE LOPEZIA.
[255] - Cytisus Sessilifolius. Sessile-Leav'd, or Common Cytisus.
[256] - Ixia Longiflora. Long-Flower'd Ixia.
[257] - Lychnis Chalcedonica. Scarlet Lychnis.
[258] - Coronilla Varia. Purple Coronilla.
[259] - Lilium Catesbæi. Catesby's Lily.
This volume offers a vivid tour of the most striking foreign plants that can be grown outdoors, in greenhouses, or even on a stove. Each illustration captures the true colors of the blossoms, while accompanying notes provide the Linnaean classification, native habitats, and flowering seasons. Readers will find practical cultivation tips that blend scientific precision with the gentle guidance of an experienced gardener, making the material accessible to both seasoned horticulturists and curious beginners.
Beyond the beautiful imagery, the text delves into the unique characteristics of each species—examining seed pods, growth habits, and historical introductions to British gardens. Detailed descriptions of rarer specimens, such as the joint‑podded Lathyrus and the Mexican Lopezia, illustrate the magazine’s blend of botanical rigor and aesthetic appreciation. Whether you’re planning a summer border or simply wish to understand the natural history of cultivated flowers, this work invites you to explore the garden with both curiosity and confidence.
Full title
The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 08 Or, Flower-Garden Displayed Or, Flower-Garden Displayed
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (80K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Jason Isbell, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file made using scans of public domain works at the University of Georgia.)
Release date
Feb 22, 2008
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1746–1799
An apothecary turned botanist, he helped bring the study of plants to a wider public through lively, accessible books and magazines. He is best remembered for founding The Botanical Magazine, a publication that continued long after his death.
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