Relation d'un voyage du Levant, Lyon, Chez Anisson et Posuel, 1717, plants, Middle East, natural history, travel literature, description and travel, voyages and travels, pre-Linnean works, The illustration features a detailed botanical depiction of Artemisia Oriental, showcasing both the root system and the aerial parts of the plant. The left side presents a close-up of the root, highlighting its structure and the fine root hairs, set against a textured base. The right side displays a slender stem adorned with feathery leaves and clusters of flowering tops, illustrating the plant's characteristic features. Labels and annotations provide scientific names and references to its classification, enhancing the educational value of the composition.