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Album de la flora médico-farmacéutica e industrial, indígena y exótica, Madrid, Impr. de la Galeria literaria, 1862-64, medicinal plants, pictorial works, botany, economic, The illustration features a detailed representation of the plant *Ephedra distachya*, showcasing its delicate branches adorned with small clusters of flowers. Alongside the main depiction, there are various botanical studies at the bottom, illustrating different parts of the plant, including seeds and flower shapes. The title ''Album de la Flora'' is prominently displayed above the illustration, emphasizing the plant's significance in botanical studies. The overall composition reflects a blend of scientific accuracy and artistic detail, characteristic of historical botanical illustrations. (Photo by: Sepia Times/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)