Amygdalus sp. almond
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Amygdalus sp. almond
Plate 64 from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants (1849). Illustrated and described by Elizabeth Twining (1805-1889)
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1805 1889 Almond Almond Tree Blossom Amygdaleae Amygdaloideae Amygdalus Amygdalus Communis Commercial Elizabeth Twining Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Prunus Rosaceae Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Elizabeth Magnoliophyta Prunus Communis Prunus Dulcis
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Plate 64 from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants, an exquisite illustration of Amygdalus sp. Almond, drawn and described by the renowned botanical artist Elizabeth Twining (1805-1889). This magnificent nineteenth-century botanical print showcases the beauty and intricacy of the almond tree (Prunus dulcis), a member of the Rosaceae family and the Prunus genus. The almond is an angiosperm, a type of seed-bearing flowering plant, and a dicot, characterized by two seed leaves or cotyledons. Elizabeth Twining, a skilled botanical illustrator, meticulously captured the delicate details of the almond's flower, leaves, and fruit. The almond tree is known for its white, fragrant blossoms that bloom in early spring, followed by the development of the edible nuts encased in a hard shell. The almond tree is also known as Prunus communis, and it belongs to the Eurosid I division and the Fabaceae subclass, specifically the Amygdalideae tribe and the Amygdaleae subfamily. This illustration is a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the nineteenth century, a time when botanical exploration and documentation were at the forefront of intellectual pursuits. Elizabeth Twining's work continues to inspire and captivate audiences with its stunning depiction of the natural world. The almond, a beloved food source and a symbol of health and vitality, remains an essential part of our diets and cultural traditions to this day.
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