Scrophulariaceae
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Scrophulariaceae
Plate 111 from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants (1849). Illustrated and described by Elizabeth Twining (1805-1889)
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1805 1889 Asterid Elizabeth Twining Eudicot Lamiales Purple Twining Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Scrophulariaceae
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Plate 111 from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants, an exquisite illustration of the Scrophulariaceae family, as depicted by the skilled hand of Elizabeth Twining in 1849. This Victorian-era drawing showcases a vibrant and colorful arrangement of flowers from this important angiosperm family. The Scrophulariaceae, commonly known as the figworts, are a large and diverse group of flowering plants, characterized by their distinctive bell-shaped flowers and twining stems. Elizabeth Twining, a talented botanical illustrator, meticulously captured the intricate details of these flowers in various hues, including pink, red, and purple, as well as the occasional yellow bloom. The illustration reveals the beauty and complexity of these flowers, with their five petals arranged in a symmetrical calyx and corolla, and their distinctive nectar spurs. As a member of the eudicot clade, the Scrophulariaceae are part of the larger group of angiosperms, which includes flowering plants, dicotyledons, and magnoliophytes. This family falls within the order Lamiales and the asterid clade, and is known for its economic and medicinal importance. This stunning illustration offers a glimpse into the rich natural history of the Victorian era, a time when botanical exploration and documentation were at the forefront of scientific discovery. Elizabeth Twining's skillful rendering of the Scrophulariaceae family not only captures the beauty of these plants but also serves as an enduring testament to the importance of botanical illustration in the study and appreciation of the natural world.
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