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Coix lachryma, pit pit grass
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Coix lachryma, pit pit grass
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Commelinid Monocot Monocotyledon Poaceae Poales Angiospermae Magnoliophyta
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1. Title: "Coix Lachryma: The Pit Pit Grass - A Magnificent Monocot from the Poaceae Family" This exquisite illustration showcases the Coix lachryma, also known as pit pit grass or Chinese water chestnut, a remarkable monocotyledonous plant belonging to the Poaceae family, specifically the subfamily Poinae and tribe Coiceae. The Poaceae, or grass family, is the largest family of flowering plants, with over 10,000 known species. The Coix lachryma is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including China, India, and Indonesia. This versatile plant is an angiosperm, meaning it produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. It is a herbaceous perennial, growing up to 1.5 meters tall, with long, slender rhizomes that produce tubers. The illustration beautifully captures the plant's unique features, including its slender, grass-like leaves and distinctive inflorescence. The inflorescence, or flowering structure, is a panicle, a type of raceme where the main axis bears branches that bear the flowers. The flowers are monocot, meaning they have one cotyledon, or seed leaf, and are magnoliophytes, meaning they have flowers with sepals, petals, and stamens. The Coix lachryma is an important food source in many parts of Asia, particularly in China. The tubers, or nuts, are harvested and used in various dishes, including soups, stir-fries, and salads. They have a nutty flavor and a crunchy texture, making them a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine. This illustration is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the plant kingdom, highlighting the intricate details of the Coix lachryma and its place within the larger context of the Poaceae family. The illustration is a valuable resource for botanical research and education, providing a detailed and accurate representation of this fascinating monocot.
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