Flore médicale des Antilles, ou, Traité des plantes usuelles, Paris, Pichard, 1821-1829 botany, botany medical, medicinal plants, West Indies, Polypodium suspensum, Lellingeria suspensa, Jamaican Lellingeria, ferns, Jean Theodore Des Courtilz, This botanical illustration features the Polypode Pendant, showcasing a collection of intricately detailed fern leaves. The leaves exhibit a variety of colors, transitioning from deep green to brighter hues, with some showing hints of yellow and brown. They are depicted with a focus on their feather-like structure, highlighting the fine venation and distinct shapes. At the bottom, a smaller leaf structure is presented, offering additional context to the overall complexity and beauty of these ferns. The composition emphasizes both the diversity and elegance of these plants, making them a fascinating study for botany enthusiasts.