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Needle palm, Rhapidophyllum hystrix
Needle palm, Rhapidophyllum hystrix (Chamaerops hystrix). Chromolithograph by P. de Pannemaeker from Jean Lindens l Illustration Horticole, Brussels, 1883
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Exotic Foliage Horticole Hystrix Lillustration Linden Lucien Needle Palm Pannemaeker Tropical
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts the exotic and intriguing Needle Palm, Rhapidophyllum hystrix (previously known as Chamaerops hystrix), a unique palm species native to the Canary Islands and Madeira. The image, created by the skilled hand of Belgian botanical illustrator P. de Pannemaeker for Jean Linden's Horticole Illustration in Brussels in 1883, captures the plant's distinctive features with remarkable detail and accuracy. The Needle Palm derives its name from its slender, needle-like leaves, which can grow up to 3 feet long and 1 inch wide. These leaves are arranged in a rosette at the base of the plant, with the stem remaining mostly hidden. The plant's trunk is short and stout, with a diameter of only a few inches. The Needle Palm is well adapted to its tropical environment, with deep, fibrous roots that help it retain water and withstand the harsh conditions of the Canary Islands' arid climate. It is also known for its hardiness and ability to survive in poor soil and limited water. This beautiful chromolithograph not only serves as an accurate record of the Needle Palm's appearance but also transports us back in time to the late 19th century, when botanical illustrations were a cherished means of documenting the natural world and sharing exotic discoveries with a wider audience. Today, the Needle Palm remains a popular and intriguing plant among horticulturists and plant enthusiasts, and this image continues to inspire awe and admiration for the wonders of the natural world.
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