Gum arabic tree and cashew tree

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Gum arabic tree and cashew tree

Gum arabic tree, Senegalia senegal (Acacia verek) 1, 2, 3, and cashew nut tree, Anacardium occidentale 4, 5, 6. Acacie qui produit la gomme arabique, Acajou a Pommes, fleurs, fruits. Handcoloured steel engraving by Beyer after an illustration by de Sainson from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39. Gum arabic tree, Senegalia senegal (Acacia verek) 1, 2, 3, and cashew nut tree, Anacardium occidentale 4, 5, 6. Acacie qui produit la gomme arabique, Acajou a Pommes, fleurs, fruits. Handcoloured steel engraving by Beyer after an illustration by de Sainson from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39

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Acacia Anacardium Arabic Beyer Cashew Felix Edouard Fleurs Fruits Guerin Meneville Occidentale Senegal Pommes

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1. Title: A Harmonious Coexistence: Gum Arabic and Cashew Trees 2. Description: This hand-colored steel engraving, created by Beyer after an illustration by de Sainson for Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's "Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle" (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris between 1834 and 1839, showcases the striking beauty of two distinct trees: the Gum Arabic Tree (Senegalia senegal, also known as Acacia verek) and the Cashew Nut Tree (Anacardium occidentale). 3. Gum Arabic Tree (1, 2, 3): The Gum Arabic Tree, depicted in the first three sections of this image, is a thorny, evergreen tree native to the Sahel region of Africa. It is renowned for producing gum arabic, a natural, water-soluble gum that has been used for centuries as a thickener, adhesive, and size in various industries, including painting, printing, and food production. The tree's small, yellow, pea-like flowers can be seen blooming in the image, while its pods are shown in various stages of development. 4. Cashew Nut Tree (4, 5, 6): The Cashew Nut Tree, illustrated in the last three sections, is a tropical evergreen tree that bears both cashew nuts and the fruit known as cashews. Its distinctive, bell-shaped, bright yellow flowers are visible in the image, along with the elongated, pointed cashew fruits and their attached nuts. The cashew nut is a rich source of essential minerals, protein, and healthy fats, making it a popular food item worldwide. 5. Conclusion: This enchanting engraving not only highlights the visual allure of these two trees but also underscores the intricate relationship between them and their environments. The Gum Arabic Tree and Cashew Nut Tree, while each possessing unique characteristics and uses, coexist harmoniously in their natural habitats, contributing to the rich biodiversity of the African landscape.

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