Curtis's Botanical Magazine London New York Botanical Illustration Botany Periodicals Pictorial Works Plants Ornamental Matilda Smith Himalayan Mountains Thomsonia Napalensis Women in Science Matilda Smith, This illustration features a detailed depiction of the plant known as 'Cocculus.' The central focus is on two large, green leaves, complemented by elongated flower structures that showcase their intricate internal arrangements. Flanking the main subject are smaller botanical elements, including a branch with additional leaves and various floral components, depicted with precision. The illustration captures the essence of botanical art, emphasizing the complexity and beauty of the plant's anatomy, highlighting both its leaves and reproductive structures.