Botanical Illustration of *Melittis melissophyllum* - Bastard Balm Herb #313312 (License: Personal Use)

This detailed vintage illustration depicts *Melittis melissophyllum*, commonly known as Bastard Balm, showcasing its tubular orange-yellow flowers, opposite serrated leaves, and developing seed capsules. The hand-colored engraving reflects 19th-century botanical accuracy, emphasizing morphological features important for identification and medicinal use. Its style suggests origins in herbals or florilegia intended for apothecaries and naturalists.

Used on herbal medicine websites, botanical databases, historical gardening blogs, or educational pages about Lamiaceae family plants; serves users seeking visual ID, historical context, or artistic reference for traditional remedies.