Kaempferia roscoeana, Germinating pollen cells
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Kaempferia roscoeana, Germinating pollen cells
Kaempferia roscoeana, Germinating pollen cells - Watercolour by Franz Bauer, undated. Paper, watercolour. Botany Library, Drawings of Francis Bauer of epidermis, hairs, pollen grains, monstrosities, f. 80
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Bauer Cell Drawings Francis Franz Grain Grains Hairs Pollen Epidermis Germinating Germination Kaempferia Monstrosities Monstrosity
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This exquisite watercolor painting by Franz Bauer depicts the fascinating process of germination in Kaempferia roscoeana pollen cells. Kaempferia roscoeana, also known as the "Blue Ginger," is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia, known for its beautiful blue-purple flowers. The intricate detail in this watercolor reveals the delicate structures of the pollen grains as they begin to germinate. The tiny hairs on the pollen grains can be seen extending, reaching out to make contact with the stigma of the female flower. This interaction triggers the pollen tube to grow, allowing the sperm cells to travel down the tube and fertilize the egg cell, resulting in the development of a seed. Franz Bauer's masterful use of watercolor captures the intricacies of the pollen grains and hairs, as well as the subtle shading and textures of the epidermis. The painting is part of the Botany Library's extensive collection of Francis Bauer's drawings, which document a wide range of plant specimens and their various structures in meticulous detail. Bauer's work was groundbreaking for its time, contributing significantly to the advancement of botanical illustration and the understanding of plant anatomy. This painting, with its focus on the germination of pollen cells, offers a unique glimpse into the intricacies of plant reproduction and the beauty of the natural world.
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