Obedient plant (Physostegia imbricata).

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• ARTIST: S. Holden

• PUBLISHER: Published by Wm. S. Orr & Co., London.

• MEDIUM: Lithograph, original hand-coloring,

  DATE: 1838

• EDITION SIZE: Image size vignette 8 x 5 3/4" (21 x 24.4 cm).

• DESCRIPTION: This hand-colored lithograph of the Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana), previously known as Physostegia imbricata, was drawn and rendered on stone by S. Holden. First published in "Paxton's Magazine of Botany," the artwork highlights the delicate beauty of the Obedient Plant with the meticulous detail typical of botanical illustrations from this period. Native to North America, Physostegia virginiana is known for its spikes of tubular, pink or white flowers that can be gently positioned, hence the name "Obedient Plant." Thriving in moist, well-drained soils and full to partial sunlight, it typically blooms in late summer to early fall. As a member of the Lamiaceae family, Physostegia virginiana is a popular choice for ornamental gardens due to its vibrant flowers and unique, flexible stems.

• ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in a 14 x 11" mat for handling.

• CONDITION: Good condition.

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• CATEGORIES: 18th-19th Century Subjects , Natural History - Botanicals , Other Flowers