"Coloured Engravings of Heaths; Vol. 4" by Henry Cranke Andrews is a meticulously crafted botanical guide showcasing the vibrant beauty and scientific precision of heath plants during the early 1800s. This volume vividly illustrates numerous heath species, particularly those originating from the Cape of Good Hope, through colored engravings created from living plants, as well as magnified dissections to highlight identification features. Each plant profile provides detailed descriptions in both Latin and English, encompassing characteristics like anatomy, stem height, and flowering habits, with examples such as Erica Andromedæflora and Erica argentiflora. Thus, this visual reference is specifically created for botanists and plant lovers to understand the diversity and beauty of heaths through detailed botanical insight.
Coloured engravings of heaths; vol. 4
By Henry Cranke Andrews
Explore the vivid world of heath plants through the detailed engravings and scientific descriptions of their unique characteristics and natural habitats.
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About the AuthorHenry Cranke Andrews, was an English botanist, botanical artist and engraver. As he always published as Henry C. Andrews, and due to difficulty finding records, the C. was often referred to as Charles, until a record of his marriage registration was found in 2017.
Henry Cranke Andrews, was an English botanist, botanical artist and engraver. As he always published as Henry C. Andrews, and due to difficulty finding records, the C. was often referred to as Charles, until a record of his marriage registration was found in 2017.
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