Banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) with many spreading aerial roots. Aquatint by T. Medland, c. 1807, after J. Cordiner.

  • Cordiner, James, the rev., 1775-1836.
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4 June 1807
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20994i
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Banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) with many spreading aerial roots. Aquatint by T. Medland, c. 1807, after J. Cordiner. Wellcome Collection. Public Domain Mark. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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Ficus benghalensis = (Ficus indica)

The banyan tree is the sacred tree of the Hindus (cv. Krishnae with cup-shaped leaves) and its spreading form means it is used as a shelter

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London (Paternoster Row) : Messrs. Longman, Hurst, Rees & Orme, 4 June 1807.

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1 print : aquatint, with wash

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Banyan tree drawn by J.Cordiner engraved by T.Medland

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Wellcome Collection 20994i

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