Alchornea triplinervia

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Alchornea triplinervia

Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Alchornea rigida

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18th Century Brazil Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Endeavour Eudicot Euphorbiaceae Eurosid Fabidae First Malpighiales Rosid South America South American Sydney Parkinson Voyage Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta

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1. Title: "Alchornea triplinervia: A Vibrant Watercolour Illustration of an Alchornea Species from Captain James Cook's First Pacific Voyage (1768-1771)" This stunning watercolour painting, created by the talented artist Sydney Parkinson during Captain James Cook's first voyage across the Pacific Ocean (1768-1771), showcases the beauty and intricacy of Alchornea triplinervia. The illustration, annotated as Alchornea rigida, is a testament to the natural wonders that Cook's crew encountered during their exploration of South America. The painting, which is part of the rich botanical legacy of Cook's voyages, depicts the flowering plant in great detail, revealing its unique features and characteristics. The Alchornea species is a member of the Euphorbiaceae family, which is part of the larger group of Angiosperms, Dicotyledons, or Dicots. More specifically, it belongs to the Malpighiales order, the Rosids subclass, and the Fabaceae family, which is also known as the Leguminosae. The Alchornea triplinervia is native to South America and is commonly known as the three-nerved Alchornea. Its leaves, as the name suggests, have three prominent veins running along their length. The plant is a member of the Eudicots, which is a large group of flowering plants that includes a vast majority of angiosperms. The painting captures the essence of the Alchornea triplinervia's vibrant colours and intricate details, providing a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the South American flora that Cook's crew encountered during their historic voyage. The illustration is a valuable addition to the scientific record of the natural world during the 18th century and continues to inspire appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the natural world today.

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