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Hibiscus cannabinus, kenaf
Plate 2 from the Botany Library Indian Drawings Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Eudicot Eurosid Hibiscus Malvaceae Malvales Malvidae Rosid Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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Plate 2: Hibiscus Cannabinus, Kenaf - A Vibrant Illustration from the Indian Drawings Collection at the Natural History Museum, London This exquisite botanical illustration, Plate 2 from the Indian Drawings Collection held at the Natural History Museum in London, showcases the stunning beauty of Hibiscus Cannabinus, commonly known as Kenaf. Belonging to the Malvaceae family, this flowering plant is a herbaceous annual or short-lived perennial, native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific. The illustration captures the plant in all its glory, with its large, yellow, eudicot flowers unfurling in the foreground. The plant is characterized by its hemp-like leaves, which are simple, broad, and palmate, with distinct lobes. Hibiscus Cannabinus is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. As a member of the Malvales order, Kenaf is part of a diverse group of flowering plants that includes hibiscus, okra, and cotton. The plant is also classified as a rosid, a subclass of the eudicots, which are characterized by the presence of secondary growth and a particular type of vascular tissue. Historically, Hibiscus Cannabinus has been used for various medicinal purposes in traditional systems of medicine, particularly in India and China. The plant contains mucilage, which has been used to treat sore throats, diarrhea, and dysentery. The fibers of the plant have also been used for making paper, textiles, and cordage. This illustration is a testament to the rich botanical heritage of India and the remarkable skill of the botanical artists of the past. It invites us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of the natural world and the importance of preserving it for future generations.
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