Populus tremula, aspen
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Populus tremula, aspen
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London. Aspen tree foliage
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Aspen Catkin Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Malpighiales Poplar Populus Rosid Salicaceae Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Populus Tremula
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This stunning botanical illustration showcases the vibrant foliage of Populus tremula, commonly known as the quaking aspen, a beloved member of the Populus genus and the Salicaceae family. The aspen is an essential component of various ecosystems, particularly in the northern hemisphere, and is the most widespread tree species in the northern temperate zone. Populus tremula is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant, and a eudicot, meaning it has two seed leaves or cotyledons. It is also an essential member of the Rosid clade, which includes a vast array of flowering plants. The tree's leaves are simple, ovate, and have a distinctive quaking or trembling motion due to the slender petioles that attach them to the twig. The aspen tree is a deciduous tree, shedding its leaves annually, and displays catkins as its flowers. The male catkins appear before the female flowers, releasing pollen into the wind to fertilize the female flowers. The tree's seeds are enclosed in samaras, which are light and winged, allowing them to be carried away by the wind for dispersal. The Populus tremula is a vital source of food and shelter for numerous organisms, including insects, birds, and mammals. Its versatility and adaptability make it a valuable resource for humans as well, with various uses ranging from timber and paper production to medicinal purposes. This exquisite illustration, held in the Botany Library Plate Collection at the Natural History Museum in London, provides a captivating glimpse into the beauty and intricacy of the natural world. The delicate rendering of the aspen's foliage showcases the artist's skill and dedication to botanical illustration, offering a lasting testament to the natural world's splendor.
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