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Onopordum acanthium, cotton thistle
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Onopordum acanthium, cotton thistle
One of the 36 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the North Hall at the Natural History Museum, London
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Alfred Waterhouse Asteraceae Asterales Asterid Ceiling Compositae Cotton Cotton Plant Eudicot Eurosid Flora Gossypium Indoor Malvaceae Malvales Malvidae Angiospermae Cotton Thistle Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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1. Title: "Cotton Thistle: A Nineteenth-Century Botanical Marvel Ceiling Panel at the Natural History Museum, London" This image showcases one of the 36 decorative panels that adorn the ceiling of the North Hall at the Natural History Museum in London, created during the late 19th century. Designed by the renowned architect Alfred Waterhouse, these panels are a testament to the intricate beauty and diversity of the natural world. The featured panel showcases Onopordum acanthium, commonly known as the cotton thistle or the cardoon. Belonging to the Asteraceae (Compositae) family, this plant is not to be confused with the cotton plant, Gossypium, which is a member of the Malvaceae family. Onopordum acanthium is a tall, herbaceous perennial native to Europe and western Asia. Its striking, spiny leaves and large, purple flower heads make it a beautiful addition to any botanical collection. As a member of the Eudicots, or Asterids, Onopordum acanthium is an essential part of the Angiospermae, a group of flowering plants that includes over 90% of all living plant species. The plant's classification within the Malvales order and the Asterales subclass further highlights its position within the vast tapestry of the plant kingdom. The intricate detail and accuracy of this botanical representation are a testament to the meticulous work of the Natural History Museum's artists and taxidermists during the 19th century. The cotton thistle panel adds an exquisite touch to the North Hall, which continues to inspire awe and admiration among visitors to this day. This image is a reminder of the rich history of botanical exploration and documentation, as well as the beauty and complexity of the natural world that continues to captivate and inspire us.
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