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Passionfruit, Passiflora edulis
Passionfruit, Passiflora edulis (Yellow-fruited Virginian passionflower, Passiflora incarnata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Walter Fitch from William Jackson Hookers Botanical Magazine, London, 1839
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Edulis Fitch Hooker Incarnata Jackson Passiflora Passionflower Passionfruit Virginian Walter
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the stunning beauty of the Passionfruit, Passiflora edulis, also known as the Yellow-fruited Virginian Passionflower or Passiflora incarnata. The intricate detail in this botanical illustration, created by Walter Fitch and published in William Jackson Hooker's Botanical Magazine in London in 1839, invites us to explore the complex structure of this fascinating fruit. The Passionfruit is a vine native to South America, with large, elegant leaves and vibrant, tropical flowers. The fruit itself is oblong and covered in a bumpy, textured rind, which gives way to reveal a juicy, sweet, and aromatic interior filled with tiny, edible seeds. The yellow passionfruit, as depicted in this engraving, is particularly prized for its rich, tangy flavor and luscious texture. The Passionfruit's intricate and symbolic flower is a marvel of nature, with its radial arrangement of petals and radiant colors. The flower's unique features, such as the filaments that resemble the arms of the Christian cross and the three stigmas that represent the Holy Trinity, have given the Passionfruit its name and made it a subject of fascination for botanists and artists alike. This beautiful and intricately detailed engraving is a testament to the artistry and dedication of the botanical illustrators of the 19th century, who captured the essence of the natural world with such precision and elegance. It is a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the natural world and the importance of preserving and celebrating it through art and science.
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