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Urania speciosa, travellers tree
Plate 578 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, c. 1795-1805. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Arecaceae Arecales Commelinid Dr John Dr John Fleming Fleming Madagascan Madagascar Monocot Monocotyledon Palm Palm Tree Palmae Angiospermae Magnoliophyta Ravenala
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Plate 578 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection presents a captivating illustration of the Urania speciosa, also known as the Traveller's Tree or Ravenala madagascariensis, a remarkable palm species native to Madagascar. This botanical drawing, created during the nineteenth century, offers a detailed and accurate representation of the plant's unique features. The Urania speciosa is a member of the Palmae family, specifically the Arecales order, and is classified as an angiosperm, monocot, and monocotyledon. Its common name, Traveller's Tree, stems from the belief that early explorers and travellers used the tree's long, sturdy trunks as makeshift shelters during their journeys. The tree's most striking feature is its fan-shaped leaves, which can grow up to 3 meters in length. These leaves are arranged in a rosette at the base of the trunk, giving the tree a distinctive appearance. The Urania speciosa is also known for its unusual inflorescence, which emerges from the center of the rosette, forming a tall spike adorned with small, white flowers. This beautiful illustration is a testament to the meticulous work of Dr. John Fleming, the creator of the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection. Dr. Fleming was a renowned botanist and artist, who dedicated his career to documenting the diverse flora of India and other parts of the world. His drawings, which include over 1,000 botanical specimens, are considered some of the most detailed and accurate of the time. The Urania speciosa remains an iconic symbol of Madagascar's unique and diverse plant life. Its distinctive features and intriguing history continue to captivate botanists, naturalists, and curious minds alike, making this illustration a valuable addition to any botanical collection.
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