Loranthus sp. mistletoe
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Loranthus sp. mistletoe
Plate 101 from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants (1849). Illustrated and described by Elizabeth Twining (1805-1889)
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1805 1889 Elizabeth Twining Eudicot Mistletoe Santalales Twining Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Loranthaceae Magnoliophyta
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Plate 101: Loranthus sp. Mistletoe, an exquisite illustration from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants, a seminal work by Elizabeth Twining published in 1849. This Victorian-era drawing showcases the intricate details of a pink Loranthus species mistletoe in full bloom. The plant is a member of the Loranthaceae family, which is part of the larger order Santalales within the class Magnoliophyta, and is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. As a dicot, Loranthus has two cotyledons, or seed leaves, and is classified as an eudicot, a subgroup of dicots with certain characteristics. The plant is distinguished by its twining growth habit, which enables it to attach itself to its host tree and derive nutrients from it. The mistletoe's delicate pink flowers are a striking contrast against the lush green foliage of the host tree. The illustration, produced during the 19th century, captures the essence of the plant's beauty and intricacy, providing a window into the natural world of the past. Elizabeth Twining, the illustrator and botanist, meticulously documented the various stages of the plant's life cycle, making this work an invaluable resource for botanical research and appreciation. This illustration, with its rich historical context and scientific significance, serves as a testament to the enduring fascination with the natural world and the role of botanical art in recording and preserving the beauty and diversity of plant life.
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