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Brassica sp
Plate 11 from Le regne vegetal (1870): the plant kingdom, Vol 12. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Plate 11 from Le regne vegetal (The Plant Kingdom), Volume 12, showcases an exquisite botanical illustration of Brassica sp, a member of the Brassicaceae or cruciferous plant family. This illustration, held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, was created around 1870 and offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of angiosperms, flowering plants that make up approximately 80% of all plant species. The Brassicaceae family, also known as the Cruciferae, is an essential group within the larger eudicot clade, which includes rosids and asterids. This family is characterized by their distinctive four-petaled flowers and the presence of glucosinolates, a type of secondary metabolite that provides both defense against herbivores and unique flavors for human consumption. The Brassica sp in this illustration displays various stages of growth, from a sprouting seed to a mature plant with developing flowers. The plant's leaves are arranged in a rosette, a common trait in many Brassicaceae species. Among the various Brassicaceae plants depicted in this illustration, some can be identified as Cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis), Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica), and Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera). These vegetables are all valued for their edible buds and are essential components of the European and North American diets. This botanical illustration, with its intricate detail and accurate representation, provides a window into the rich diversity of the Brassicaceae family and the broader world of angiosperms. It is a testament to the importance of botanical research and documentation in understanding the natural world and the role of plants in our lives.
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