Flore pittoresque et médicale des Antilles, ou, Histoire naturelle des plantes usuelles des colonies françaises, anglaises, espagnoles, et portugaises, Paris, Ches l'Éditeur, 1833, botany, medicinal plants, pictorial works, West Indies, The illustration features the aromatic basil plant, scientifically known as Ocimum basilicum. Prominently displayed, the plant showcases its distinctive leaves, which are broad and oval-shaped with a glossy texture. The stems are green with a hint of purple, and delicate clusters of small white to light purple flowers are depicted along the upper portions. Detailed botanical annotations beside the main image highlight specific features such as seed structure and flower anatomy, providing insight into its cultivation and taxonomy. The overall composition emphasizes the intricate beauty of this culinary herb, often used in various cuisines around the world.