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Saccharum officinarum, sugar cane
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Saccharum officinarum, sugar cane
An iconographic image of a sugar cane plant, set enlarged within a landscape. Plate from the Botany Library Plate Collection held in the Natural History Museum, London
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Cane Commelinid Crop Edible Iconography Monocot Monocotyledon Plant Culture Poaceae Poales Saccharum Sugar Sugar Cane Sugarcane Sweet Angiospermae Magnoliophyta Saccharum Officinarum
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1. Title: "Saccharum Officinarum: An Iconic Symbol of Sweetness and Tropical Agriculture" This image showcases the iconic Saccharum officinarum, commonly known as sugar cane, depicted in a detailed and enlarged illustration set against a lush, tropical landscape. The plate is part of the esteemed Botany Library Plate Collection held in the Natural History Museum in London. Saccharum officinarum, a member of the Poaceae (grass) family, is a vital angiosperm, monocot, and monocotyledon, known for its edible, elongated, and succulent stalks. The plant's sweet sap is extracted and processed to produce sugar, a staple food and essential commodity in many cultures worldwide. The sugar cane plant's rich history dates back to ancient civilizations, with evidence of its use for medicinal and sweetening purposes as early as 350 AD. The European colonization of tropical regions in the late 15th and 16th centuries significantly expanded sugar cane cultivation, leading to the widespread consumption and production of sugar. The intricately drawn illustration highlights the various features of the sugar cane plant, including its tall, sturdy stalks, distinctive nodes, and the small, compact inflorescence at the top. The sugar cane plant's angiospermae and commelinid classification is also evident in the drawing, showcasing its place within the broader plant kingdom. This iconographic image serves as a testament to the historical significance and cultural importance of sugar cane as a vital food source and a symbol of tropical agriculture. The plate's inclusion in the Botany Library Plate Collection further emphasizes its importance in botanical research and documentation.
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