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Dictamnus albus (fraxinella), gas plant
Folio 74 from A Collection of Flowers (1795) by John Edwards. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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1768 1795 18th Century Aurantiaceae Botanical Illustration Edwards Eudicot Eurosid Folio John Edwards Malvidae Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Dictamnus Dictamnus Albus Fraxinella Gas Plant Magnoliophyta
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Folio 74 from A Collection of Flowers, published between 1768 and 1795 by renowned English botanist John Edwards, showcases the exquisite beauty of Dictamnus albus, commonly known as the Gas Plant or Fraxinella. This magnificent botanical illustration, held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, offers a captivating glimpse into the 18th century's fascination with the natural world. The Dictamnus albus is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. As a dicot, it belongs to the Eudicot clade, characterized by two cotyledons in its seeds. This particular specimen is a member of the Eurosid I group, which includes many common flowering plants. The Gas Plant is further classified within the Malvidae family and the Aurantiaceae order. The illustration reveals the intricate details of the Gas Plant's pink flowers, with their five distinct petals and numerous stamens. The plant's name, "Gas Plant," is derived from its ability to release a foul-smelling gas when disturbed, which is believed to deter herbivores. The Gas Plant's vibrant pink blooms, however, are a stark contrast to its defensive mechanism, adding an intriguing layer to its allure. John Edwards' meticulous attention to detail in this botanical illustration is evident in the precise depiction of the Gas Plant's veined leaves, stem, and roots. The illustration's rich colors and fine lines bring the plant to life, offering a window into the past and the early days of botanical exploration. This exquisite piece is a testament to Edwards' dedication to documenting the natural world and a reminder of the enduring beauty and importance of botanical illustration.
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