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Palm tree species
Palm tree and tropical species including sago, coconut, breadfruit, pepper, pineapple, agave, sea coconut, areca, manicaria, etc. Lithograph from Lorenz Okens Universal Natural History, Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stande, Stuttgart, 1841
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Agave Alle Allgemeine Areca Breadfruit Coconut Lorenz Naturgeschichte Oken Palm Pepper Pineapple Sago Species Stände Tropical Universal
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This stunning lithograph, titled "Palmengattung" or "Palm Family," is an exquisite illustration from Lorenz Oken's "Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stände," published in Stuttgart, Germany, in 1841. The image showcases a diverse array of palm tree species and their distinctive tropical fruits, providing a captivating glimpse into the natural wonders of the botanical world. At the center of the print, a majestic palm tree dominates the scene, its tall, slender trunk adorned with feather-like fronds. Surrounding it are various other palm species, each with its unique characteristics. To the left, a sago palm is depicted with its starchy pith, used as a staple food source in many Pacific Island cultures. Nearby, a coconut palm bears its iconic, spherical nuts, providing sustenance not only as a delicious fruit but also as a source of oil, milk, and coir. Further along, a breadfruit tree is illustrated with its large, versatile fruit, which can be cooked and eaten in various ways. The fiery red pepper palm, with its pungent fruit, adds a burst of color and spice to the composition. The pineapple palm, with its distinctive rosette-like leaves and sweet, juicy fruit, is also present. Additionally, the agave palm, with its sharp, spiky leaves, and the sea coconut palm, with its large, spiky fruit, add intrigue to the scene. The areca palm, with its fan-like fronds, and the manicaria palm, with its long, slender inflorescence, complete this representation of the palm family. This lithograph, created by the renowned naturalist Lorenz Oken, serves as a testament to the rich diversity of palm tree species and their tropical fruits, offering a glimpse into the natural history of our world.
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