Urtica urens major, Colorized Stinging Nettle with Butterfly Life Cycle

This reproduction of Urtica urens major (stinging nettle) offers a vivid glimpse into both botanical detail and insect transformation. The nettle is rendered in lifelike green with serrated leaves, serving as the host for the European Peacock butterfly. Each stage of the butterfly’s life cycle is shown: the spiny black caterpillar, the chrysalis, and the brilliant red and blue-eyed adult butterfly. Surrounding insects add further depth, reminding us of the nettle’s vital role in sustaining the delicate balance of nature.

The engraving comes from the work of Johannes Goedaert (1617–1668), a Dutch naturalist and artist celebrated for his groundbreaking studies of insects and plants. Goedaert was one of the first to depict metamorphosis alongside host plants, uniting scientific accuracy with artistic composition. His engravings shaped early natural history and remain admired for their precision and beauty.

This reproduction has been carefully colorized to restore the authentic tones of both plant and butterfly, while maintaining the historic integrity of the plate. Available exclusively from GoGardenNow, it belongs to a unique series of botanical engravings that honor the marriage of art and science in the 17th century.

Product features
- Vibrant colors: Bright and crisp printing matching your designs.
- Two paper options: Choose between satin or archival matte.
- Assembled in the USA: Quality posters made right here.

Care instructions
- If the poster does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.

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Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC

Care instructions: If the poster does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.