Banksia Incognita.

Rare c.19th hand coloured engraving of the Honeysuckle, named because of the spikes of flowers which are often full of honey, published 29th December 1798.

Modern binomial name: Banksia spinulosa
First described: Smith, J. 1793
Distribution: TAS, VIC, NSW

By the publisher; Of these botanical productions, and other rare objects of natural history, by the friendship of a gentleman in an official department, who was for many years resident, we possess a very valuable collection of original drawings, executed with admirable accuracy and taste.

From; The Naturalist’s Pocket Magazine; or, Compleat Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature

References:
George, A. Capturing Flora / 300 Years of Australian Botanical Art. Ballarat 2013 : 2013 p.42 ill. p.44..

Collections:
Natural History Museum Library, London: Barcode: 114699
National Library Australia: Bib ID 3202841