Archivo: Byam Syringa lacinitia

Description: No. VI. Syringa laciniata; or, Cut-leaved lilac. Haematoxylon campechensis; or, Log-wood. Syringa laciniata, a deciduous shrub with lobed opposing leaves and small lavender flowers; described in table of contents: "This Tree bears no resemblance to the English Lilac, and is supposed to be of the Hemlock Tribe, from its strong poisonous Quality. The Flowers have a pleasant Scent, not unlike the English Lilac." Behind the Syringa is a branch from Haematoxylon campechiansis, or Log-wood, showing pinnate leaves consisting of reverse heart-shaped obcordate leaflets and small clusters of yellow flowers: described in table of contents: "The Bark, which distils a very fine Gum, produces also a very useful purple Dye."
Title: Byam Syringa lacinitia
Credit: A collection of exotics from the island of Antigua
Author: Lydia Byam
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