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Eucalyptus pruinosa, silver-leaved box
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Eucalyptus pruinosa, silver-leaved box
Plate 56 from Botanical Drawings from Australia (1801) by Ferdinand L Bauer (1760-1826)
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18th Century Australasia Australian Bauer Eucalyptus Eudicot Eurosid Ferdinand Lucas Bauer Gum Tree Leaved Malvidae Myrtaceae Myrtales Nokomis Rosid Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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Plate 56 from Botanical Drawings from Australia, featuring Eucalyptus pruinosa, also known as the silver-leaved box or silver-leaved eucalyptus, is an exquisite illustration of this iconic Australian native plant. Created by the renowned botanical artist Ferdinand L. Bauer in the early 19th century, this drawing dates back to the height of European exploration and interest in the unique flora of Australasia. Eucalyptus pruinosa is a member of the Myrtaceae family, which is the largest family of flowering plants, and is an angiosperm, or a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. This eudicot, or a flowering plant with two seed leaves, is also an important member of the order Myrtales and the subclass Rosid, which includes a large number of flowering plants. The silver-leaved box is characterized by its distinctive silver-grey leaves, which are covered in a waxy coating that reflects light and gives the plant its name. The tree can grow up to 30 meters tall and is native to the eastern coast of Australia. The tree's small, blue flowers appear in clusters and are a major source of nectar for various insects. Bauer's meticulous and detailed illustration captures the beauty and intricacy of Eucalyptus pruinosa, providing a window into the natural world of 19th century Australia. The drawing also serves as an important record of the plant's appearance and characteristics, which has been invaluable for botanical research and conservation efforts.
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