Flora medica, oder, Abbildung der wichtigsten officinellen Pflanzen, Jena, August Schmid, 1831 i.e. 1829-1831, medicinal plants, The New York Botanical Garden, pictorial works, The illustration features a detailed depiction of the Centaurea Benedicta plant, commonly known as blessed thistle. The main focus shows the plant's distinctive lanceolate leaves with serrated edges and a vibrant yellow flower at the top. Accompanying the main illustration are smaller sketches that provide a closer look at the flower structure and additional botanical details. The overall composition highlights the intricate patterns and textures of the leaves and flowers, emphasizing the plant's unique characteristics in a botanical study context.