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Fucus bulbosus, kelp
Plate 161 from Fuci, or coloured figures and descriptions of the Plants referred by botanists to the genus Fucus (1808-1819), Volume III, by Mary Dawson Turner
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Plate 161 from Fuci, or Coloured Figures and Descriptions of the Plants referred to by Botanists to the Genus Fucus (1808-1819), Volume III, presents an exquisite illustration of Fucus bulbosus, a species of brown alga, commonly known as kelp. Mary Dawson Turner, the talented botanical illustrator, meticulously captured the intricate details of this underwater marvel in this beautiful hand-colored print. Fucus bulbosus is a member of the Phaeophyceae division, which is part of the larger group of brown algae or phycophytes. This eukaryotic organism belongs to the order Laminariales and the family Fucaceae. The plant is characterized by its laminar or flat, blade-like thallus, which can grow up to several meters in length. The thallus is attached to the rocky shore by a stipe or stalk, which anchors it to the substrate. The illustration reveals the complex structure of Fucus bulbosus, with its intricately branched and lobed holdfast, which provides a strong attachment to the substrate. The plant's thallus is covered in small, round, and cylindrical bladder-like structures called gas vesicles, which help the alga float and move with the tides. The illustration also shows the reproductive structures of the plant, including the small, spherical sporangia, which produce the motile spores that facilitate the plant's sexual reproduction. Mary Dawson Turner's illustration of Fucus bulbosus is a testament to her exceptional skill as a botanical illustrator. Her attention to detail and ability to capture the unique features of this brown alga have made this plate an invaluable resource for botanists and marine biologists. The illustration not only showcases the beauty of this underwater plant but also provides valuable insights into its structure and biology.
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