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Baja organ pipe cactus, Stenocereus stellatus
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Baja organ pipe cactus, Stenocereus stellatus
Baja organ pipe cactus, Stenocereus stellatus (Cactus stellatus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after George Loddiges from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1817
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the Baja organ pipe cactus, Stenocereus stellatus, also known as Cactus stellatus. The image is a beautiful representation of this unique and intriguing succulent, native to the desert regions of Baja California, Mexico. The Baja organ pipe cactus is a columnar cactus, growing up to 15 feet tall, with cylindrical stems that are covered in small, white, star-shaped flowers. The name "organ pipe" comes from the hollow, tubular shape of the stems, which resemble the pipes of an organ. This stunning illustration was created by George Cooke, based on an original drawing by George Loddiges, and was published in Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet in Hackney, London, in 1817. The meticulous attention to detail in the engraving allows us to appreciate the delicate beauty of the Baja organ pipe cactus, from the tiny hairs on its stems to the intricate patterns of its flowers. The Baja organ pipe cactus is an important part of the desert ecosystem, providing food and shelter for various animals, including the Coatimundi and the Gila monster. It is also an iconic symbol of the desert landscape, and is a popular subject for botanical illustrations and garden collections. This engraving is a testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the early botanical illustrators, who dedicated themselves to documenting the natural world in all its intricacy and beauty. It is a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the diversity of plant life, and of the enduring allure of the natural world.
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