Aechmea sphaerocephala
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Aechmea sphaerocephala
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Bromelia Pseudo Ananas
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18th Century Brazil Bromeliaceae Bromeliad Captain Cook Captain James Cook Commelinid Cook Endeavour First Monocot Monocotyledon Poales South America South American Sydney Parkinson Voyage Aechmea Angiospermae Bromelia Magnoliophyta
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This stunning finished watercolour painting depicts the exotic Aechmea sphaerocephala, or the Brazilian Sphere Bromeliad, as it was observed and illustrated during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage across the Pacific Ocean, between 1768 and 1771. The illustration, annotated as "Bromelia Pseudo Ananas" by the skilled artist Sydney Parkinson, showcases the vibrant green leaves and intricately patterned flower of this South American bromeliad. Bromeliads are a diverse and fascinating group of flowering plants, belonging to the monocotyledonous order Poales and the family Bromeliaceae. This particular species, Aechmea sphaerocephala, is native to Central and South America and is known for its distinctive spherical inflorescence, which resembles a pineapple in shape. The painting, created in the 18th century, is a testament to the curiosity and exploration of the natural world during this period. Captain Cook's voyage marked a significant milestone in the discovery and documentation of new flora and fauna, and Sydney Parkinson's illustrations, including this one, were instrumental in providing accurate records of the exotic species encountered during the journey. The Aechmea sphaerocephala is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. It is also a member of the commelinid order, which includes a wide range of monocotyledonous plants. The painting's intricate details and lifelike representation of the plant's structure and texture provide a glimpse into the beauty and diversity of the natural world as it was observed over 250 years ago.
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