Leguminosae: Pea Tribe
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Leguminosae: Pea Tribe
Plate 61 from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants (1849). Illustrated and described by Elizabeth Twining (1805-1889)
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1805 1889 Crown Pea Elizabeth Twining Eudicot Eurosid Fabaceae Fabales Fabidae Indigenous People Legume Leguminosae Native People Pisum Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Pisum Sativum
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning 19th century illustration, Plate 61 from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants, showcases the beautiful pink flowers of a member of the Leguminosae: Pea Tribe. The illustration, created by the talented Elizabeth Twining in 1849, provides a detailed and accurate representation of these flowers, which are native to various parts of the world, including Europe and Asia. The Leguminosae, also known as the Fabaceae or Legume family, is a large and diverse group of flowering plants, characterized by their distinctive pods and nitrogen-fixing root nodules. The Pea Tribe, specifically, includes many familiar plants such as peas, beans, and lentils, which have been cultivated for food for thousands of years. Elizabeth Twining, a skilled botanical illustrator, expertly captured the intricacies of these flowers, from the delicate petals to the intricate structures of the stamens and pistils. The illustration also provides valuable information about the plant, including its botanical name and classification as a dicotyledon, eudicot, angiosperm, and member of the Fabales order. The indigenous people of various regions have long relied on these plants for their nutritional value and have incorporated them into their traditional diets and cultural practices. The illustration serves as a reminder of the important role that native plants play in our natural world and the rich cultural heritage they represent. This beautiful and historically significant illustration is a testament to Elizabeth Twining's skill and dedication to documenting the natural world. It is a valuable resource for botanists, historians, and anyone interested in the natural history of the Pea Tribe and the rich biodiversity of the plant kingdom.
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