Helianthus mollis, downy sunflower
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Helianthus mollis, downy sunflower
Illustration by Frederick Polydore Nodder, 1776. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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18th Century Asteraceae Asterales Asterid Compositae Downy Eudicot Fred Polydore Fred Polydore Nodder Helianthus Nodder Potted Histories Sunflower Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite botanical illustration depicts Helianthus mollis, commonly known as the downy sunflower. Created by the skilled hand of Frederick Polydore Nodder in 1776, this illustration is a testament to the intricacies and beauty of the natural world. The downy sunflower is a member of the Asteraceae, or composite, family, and is characterized by its large, yellow, daisy-like flowers. As an angiosperm, or flowering plant, Helianthus mollis is a dicot, meaning it has two seed leaves, or cotyledons, when it germinates. This illustration reveals the intricate details of the plant's anatomy, from the delicate veining on its leaves to the intricately arranged petals and seeds. The downy sunflower is also an eudicot, meaning it has a specialized tissue layer called the vascular cambium, which facilitates the transport of nutrients and water throughout the plant. The downy sunflower is a native of North America and is distinguished by its soft, downy hairs that cover the plant's stem and leaves. This illustration provides a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the botanical knowledge of the 18th century. The illustration is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, a treasure trove of botanical knowledge and history. Frederick Polydore Nodder was a prominent botanical illustrator of the 18th century, known for his meticulous attention to detail and accurate depictions of plants. This illustration, along with countless others like it, has contributed to our understanding of the natural world and the diversity of plant life. The downy sunflower, with its vibrant yellow blooms and soft, downy hairs, remains a beloved and iconic symbol of the sun and the beauty of nature.
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