Arera catechu, figure from Descriptiones Fruticum et Arborum
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Arera catechu, figure from Descriptiones Fruticum et Arborum
This volume, by Georg Joseph Camel, was held in the library of Sir Hans Sloane
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Areca Arecaceae Arecales Commelinid Monocot Monocotyledon Palm Palm Tree Palmae Sir Hans Sloane Angiospermae Areca Catechu Betel Nut Betel Palm Magnoliophyta
EDITORS COMMENTS
This figure depicts Arera catechu, also known as the Areca catechu or the Betel nut palm, as illustrated in Georg Joseph Camel's Descriptiones Fruticum et Arborum (Description of Trees and Shrubs) published in 1768. The volume, which was once part of the esteemed library of Sir Hans Sloane, showcases the rich botanical diversity of Luzon, an island in the Philippines. The Betel nut palm, a member of the Palmae family and the Arecales order, is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. More specifically, it is a monocot, characterized by having only one cotyledon, or embryonic leaf, and parallel veins in its leaves. The Betel nut palm is a commelinid, a group of monocotyledonous flowering plants, and is known for its distinctive appearance. In this illustration, we see the palm's slender trunk, topped with a crown of feathery fronds. Clinging to the trunk are the distinctive betel nuts, which are actually seeds encased in a hard, protective shell. These nuts are a valuable resource for many cultures, particularly in Southeast Asia, where they are chewed for their stimulant effects. The intricate details of the Betel nut palm's leaves, fruits, and seeds are beautifully rendered in this figure, providing a glimpse into the botanical wonders of the past. The illustration not only showcases the natural beauty of this plant but also serves as a testament to the remarkable work of Georg Joseph Camel and the importance of Sir Hans Sloane's extensive library in documenting the natural world.
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