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Arundo donax, giant reed
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Arundo donax, giant reed
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Commelinid Common Reed Giant Monocot Monocotyledon Poaceae Poales Reed Angiospermae Magnoliophyta Phragmites Phragmites Australis
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This stunning illustration showcases the majestic beauty of Arundo donax, commonly known as giant reed or European giant reed. Belonging to the Poaceae family, this monocotyledonous flowering plant is a member of the Poales order and the subfamily Arundoideae. Arundo donax is a tall perennial herb, capable of growing up to 4 meters (13 feet) in height. Its robust and sturdy rhizomes allow it to thrive in various environments, including wetlands and along the edges of bodies of water. The illustration reveals the intricate details of Arundo donax's inflorescence, which is an elegant display of elongated, slender spikes adorned with small, greenish-yellow flowers. The flowers are monoecious, meaning they are unisexual and borne on separate spikes. The male and female flowers are distinct, with the male flowers located at the top of the spike and the female flowers at the base. Arundo donax shares some similarities with Phragmites australis, commonly known as common reed. Both plants are tall, wetland-dwelling perennials with slender, triangular stems. However, they can be distinguished by their inflorescence structure and the shape of their leaves. Arundo donax has longer, more slender leaves with a smooth margin, while Phragmites australis has broader leaves with a distinct, serrated margin. The illustration is part of the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum in London. This valuable resource provides a glimpse into the rich history of botanical exploration and documentation. The intricate details and precise accuracy of the drawing serve as a testament to the skill and dedication of the botanical illustrators of the past.
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