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Early 19th Century Botanical Print; The Tea Plant

Early 19th Century Botanical Print; The Tea Plant

On offer is a superb 19th century coloured botanical print.

Camellia sinesis: The Tea Plant

The tea plant is an evergreen of the Camellia family that is native to China, Tibet and northern India. There are two main varieties of the tea plant. The small leaf variety, known as Camellia sinensis, thrives in the cool, high mountain regions of central China and Japan. The broad leaf variety, known as Camellia assamica, grows best in the moist, tropical climates found in Northeast India and the Szechuan and Yunnan provinces of China. The plant produces dark green, shiny leaves and small, white blossoms.

Tea's stimulant effects are caused by xanthines such as caffeine. Caffeine is included in small doses in some over-the-counter medicines for its stimulant effect, and is often combined with medicines that treat pain such as aspirin.  Tea also contains flavonoids, compounds reported to have anti-oxidant properties. These effects may be beneficial to health such as in the prevention of heart disease and cancer. Tea flavonoids are also reported to reduce inflammation and to have antimicrobial effects. Some studies suggest that tea may help prevent tooth decay. Consumption of tea may have diuretic effects, which is largely due to the caffeine, and tea may also inhibit the absorption of iron in the gut. Tea is also used in some cosmetic products for an astringent effect.

Damage: The print is in excellent condition, having no defects. There is a strip of brown paper to the top edge (rear) where it has been mounted at some point. The print is finely drawn and has kept its colours well. there is no foxing, creases or tears to the print.

Size: Size is measured from the edges of the whole print:

Width: 27 cms

Height: 14.5 cms

Price: £18.00



Product Code: EAR532 ~   SOLD  

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