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Onobrychis sativa, sainfoin seed
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Onobrychis sativa, sainfoin seed
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Eudicot Eurosid Fabaceae Fabales Fabidae Legume Leguminosae Purple Rosid Seed Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Onobrychis Onobrychis Sativa Sainfoin
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning illustration showcases the intricate details of Onobrychis sativa, commonly known as sainfoin, a flowering plant belonging to the Fabaceae or legume family. The plant is depicted in full bloom, displaying its beautiful pink flowers, which attract various pollinators and contribute to the plant's reproductive success. Onobrychis sativa is an eudicot, angiosperm, and a member of the Rosid clade, specifically the Faboideae subfamily, Fabaceae tribe, and Onobrychis genus. The plant is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is known for its nutritious seeds, which are rich in protein, minerals, and other essential nutrients. The illustration, held in the Botany Library Plate Collection at the Natural History Museum in London, is a testament to the exquisite detail and accuracy of botanical illustrations from the past. The artist meticulously captured every detail of the plant, from the veins on the leaves to the intricacies of the flower structure. Onobrychis sativa is not only of interest to botanists and natural historians but also to farmers and livestock producers. The plant is used as a forage crop for livestock, particularly for horses and sheep, due to its high nutritional value and palatability. The plant's ability to improve the quality of pasture and reduce methane emissions from livestock makes it an environmentally friendly option for sustainable agriculture. This illustration is a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the natural world and the importance of preserving and studying it for future generations.
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