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Xanthorrhoea resinosa, grass tree
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Xanthorrhoea resinosa, grass tree
Finished watercolour by James Miller from an original outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771
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18th Century Asparagales Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Dianellaceae James Miller Miller Monocot Monocotyledon Sydney Parkinson Voyage Angiospermae Grass Tree Magnoliophyta Xanthorrhoea Xanthorrhoeaceae
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This stunning watercolour painting depicts the Xanthorrhoea resinosa, commonly known as the Grass Tree, captured in all its beauty by the skilled hand of James Miller in the late 18th century. The original outline drawing for this illustration was made by Sydney Parkinson during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage across the Pacific Ocean, between 1768 and 1771. The Grass Tree is an iconic and distinctive plant native to Australia, belonging to the monocotyledon family, specifically the Xanthorrhoeaceae. It is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. This particular species, Xanthorrhoea resinosa, is a monocot, meaning it has only one cotyledon in its seeds. The Grass Tree is a member of the order Asparagales, which includes a diverse range of plants such as lilies, orchids, and asparagus. The tree is easily recognizable by its tall, cylindrical trunk and rosette of long, narrow leaves. The tree's flowers appear in a spike at the top of the trunk, blooming in shades of yellow and green. This exquisite watercolour painting, created by James Miller from Sydney Parkinson's original outline drawing, provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural world as observed during Captain Cook's groundbreaking voyage. The attention to detail and vibrant colors bring the Grass Tree to life, transporting us back in time to the wonders of the Pacific Ocean during the Age of Discovery.
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