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Icones Plantarum Medicinalium, Nürnberg, auf Kosten der Raspischen Buchhandlung, 1779-1790, botany, medical, pictorial works, The illustration features the Actaea racemosa plant, commonly known as black cohosh. At the top, detailed depictions of its flowers are presented, showcasing the delicate clusters of tiny blooms that emerge on slender stalks. The floral arrangements are annotated with letters indicating different parts of the plant. Below, a prominent leaf is illustrated, highlighting its jagged edges and lobed structure, conveying the plant's unique foliage. The overall design emphasizes both the botanical accuracy and aesthetic beauty of this medicinal herb, commonly used in traditional remedies. (Photo by: Sepia Times/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)