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Unripe fruit, sections of the double coconut

Unripe fruit, sections of the double coconut or Seychelles Island cocoa-nut, Lodoicea sechellarum.. Illustration by WJ Hooker, engraved by Swan. Handcolored copperplate engraving from William Curtiss The Botanical Magazine 1827

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1827 Cocoa Coconut Curtis Double Hooker Jackson Section Seychelles Lodoicea Unripe


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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving, published in The Botanical Magazine in 1827, showcases an unripe double coconut or Seychelles Island cocoa-nut (Lodoicea sechellaria). The image, illustrated by W.J. Hooker and engraved by Swan, offers a detailed view of the unique structure of this rare and intriguing fruit. The double coconut, native to the Seychelles Islands in the Indian Ocean, is unlike any other coconut variety. It is characterized by its large, heavy, and irregularly shaped nut, which is actually a fused pair of individual nuts. The fruit is encased in a thick, fibrous husk, which is notoriously difficult to open. The engraving reveals the intricate sections of the unripe coconut, revealing its complex internal structure. The white, fibrous material can be seen in the center, surrounded by the hard, brown outer shell. The intricate patterns and textures of the nut are beautifully captured in the meticulous handcoloring. The double coconut holds historical significance as it was once believed to be a mythical fruit, with no recorded evidence of its existence until it was discovered in the Seychelles in the late 18th century. The discovery of this rare fruit sparked great interest in the scientific community, leading to its documentation and study by botanists like Hooker. This engraving is a testament to the beauty and intrigue of the natural world, as well as the dedication of botanists and artists in recording and preserving the wonders of nature for future generations.

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