Orange de Malte, Maltese blood orange
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Orange de Malte, Maltese blood orange
Tab 13 from Histoire Naturelle des Orangers 1818 by Antoine Risso (1777-1845). Picture shows a close-up of the whole orange
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Antoine Antoine Risso Aurantiaceae Citrus Edible Eudicot Eurosid Juicy Malvidae Risso Rosid Rutaceae Sapindales Angiospermae Blood Orange Citrus Sinensis Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This close-up image, taken from the seminal work "Histoire Naturelle des Orangers" (Natural History of Oranges) by Antoine Risso, published in 1818, showcases the exquisite beauty of the Orange de Malte, or Maltese Blood Orange (Citrus x3a0 sinensis). This orange, a variety of the common orange (Citrus sinensis), is a rare and intriguing fruit that belongs to the larger family of Rutaceae, order Sapindales, and class Eudicots. The Orange de Malte is distinguished by its unique appearance, with its vibrant red flesh and dark red peel. This striking coloration is due to the presence of anthocyanins, a type of pigment that is more commonly associated with other fruit, such as grapes and cherries. The orange's lush green leaves and delicate white flowers can be seen in the background, adding to the overall allure of this magnificent plant. Antoine Risso, a renowned botanist and naturalist of the nineteenth century, meticulously documented this and other orange varieties in his comprehensive work. The Orange de Malte, with its rich history and intriguing characteristics, continues to captivate our senses and imagination, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the diverse world of angiosperms, or flowering plants. This image serves as a testament to the beauty and complexity of nature, inviting us to appreciate the simple pleasure of a juicy, succulent orange and the scientific wonders that lie beneath its vibrant peel.
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