Purple Iris of New South Wales.

Rare c.18th engraving of Patersonia occidentalis published 25th June 1800.

Common names: Purple flag or long purple-flag
Modern binomial name: Patersonia occidentalis
First described: Brown, R. 1810
Distribution: WA, SA, VIC, TAs

The source of this illustration as noted 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 p.42 ill. p.44.

Collections:
National Library Australia: Bib ID 3202841