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Convallaria polygonatum, solomons seal root
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Convallaria polygonatum, solomons seal root
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Arctoidea Asparagaceae Asparagales Caniformia Carnivora Convallaria Epitheria Eutheria Mammalia Monocot Monocotyledon Pinniped Pinnipedia Placental Mammal Root Angiospermae Magnoliophyta
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Convallaria polygonatum, commonly known as Solomon's seal, is a beautiful and intriguing monocotyledonous plant belonging to the Asparagaceae family. This botanical illustration, held at the esteemed Botany Library Plate Collection of the Natural History Museum in London, showcases the unique features of this flowering plant. The illustration reveals the long, tuberous root of Solomon's seal, which serves as a vital source of nourishment for various animals, including mammals. The root's distinctive shape and texture are on full display, with its fibrous surface and elongated, fleshy rhizomes. Solomon's seal is an essential food source for several mammal species, particularly pinnipeds, such as seals and walruses. These carnivorous, placental mammals rely on the nutrient-rich roots to supplement their diets, especially during periods of food scarcity. As an angiosperm, Solomon's seal is a flowering plant, and the illustration highlights its delicate, bell-shaped flowers. The plant produces these flowers in a raceme, an elongated inflorescence, which adds to its striking appearance. The flowers are typically white or pink and bloom in the spring, attracting various pollinators, including bees and butterflies. The botanical illustration also reveals the plant's monocot characteristics, such as its parallel veins and simple leaves. The plant's long, slender stems are adorned with pinnate leaves, which are divided into several leaflets. Solomon's seal is a valuable addition to any botanical collection, showcasing the intricacies and diversity of the plant kingdom. This illustration is a testament to the beauty and importance of these natural wonders, which continue to inspire and captivate us.
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