Lotus corniculatus, birds foot trefoil

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Lotus corniculatus, birds foot trefoil

Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

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Eudicot Eurosid Fabaceae Fabales Fabidae Foot Legume Leguminosae Lotus Angiospermae Birdsfoot Trefoil Dicot Dicotyledon Lotus Corniculatus Magnoliophyta

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This exquisite illustration showcases the intricate details of Lotus corniculatus, commonly known as Birdsfoot Trefoil, a leguminous plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. The illustration, held in the esteemed Botany Library Plate Collection at the Natural History Museum in London, offers a captivating glimpse into the world of angiosperms, specifically eudicots and eurosids. The illustration reveals the delicate beauty of the Lotus corniculatus flower, which displays a distinctive cross-shaped arrangement of petals, reminiscent of a bird's foot. This detail is the origin of the plant's common name. The flower, along with the trifoliate leaves, is characteristic of the Fabales order, which includes various important food crops and forage plants. The Lotus corniculatus is an essential component of the Leguminosae, or Fabaceae, family, which is the third-largest family of flowering plants. This family is renowned for its legumes, which are rich in nutrients and are a vital source of food for both humans and animals. The plant's anatomy, as depicted in this illustration, highlights its complex structure, including the intricate details of its seeds and pods. The illustration also showcases the presence of birds, further emphasizing the symbiotic relationship between the Lotus corniculatus and the avian world. Birds are essential pollinators for this plant, and their feet leave distinctive imprints on the plant's sticky seeds, aiding in their dispersal. This illustration is a testament to the intricate beauty and complexity of the natural world, offering a glimpse into the intricacies of the Lotus corniculatus and its role within the broader context of the plant kingdom. The Botany Library Plate Collection at the Natural History Museum in London houses numerous such gems, providing invaluable insights into the rich biodiversity of our planet.

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