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Echium plantagineum, salvation Jane
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Echium plantagineum, salvation Jane
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Asterid Boraginaceae Echium Eudicot Jane Purple Salvation Weed Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Echium Plantagineum Magnoliophyta
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This botanical illustration showcases the stunning beauty of Echium plantagineum, commonly known as Salvation Jane or Blue Weed, a prominent member of the Boraginaceae family. The illustration, held in the esteemed Botany Library Plate Collection at the Natural History Museum in London, offers a detailed and intricate portrayal of this flowering plant. Echium plantagineum is an eudicot, angiosperm, and asterid, characterized by its distinctive blue flowers and tall, robust stature. As a member of the Magnoliophyta division, it is part of the large group of flowering plants that includes monocots and dicots. The plant's common name, Salvation Jane, is believed to have originated from its ability to bloom profusely in poor and neglected soils, offering a "salvation" of sorts for barren landscapes. The illustration reveals the intricacies of the plant's anatomy, from its lobed, green leaves to its bell-shaped, purple flowers. The flowers, which are arranged in dense, terminal racemes, attract a variety of pollinators, contributing to the plant's successful propagation. The plant's stems are covered in soft, velvety hairs, adding to its tactile appeal. Echium plantagineum is native to the Mediterranean region and is now naturalized in many parts of the world. Its vibrant, blue flowers make it a popular addition to gardens and landscapes, providing a splash of color and charm to any setting. This illustration serves as a testament to the plant's natural beauty and the artistry of botanical illustration, offering a glimpse into the intricacies of the natural world.
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