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Coprosma australis
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Coprosma australis
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771
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18th Century Asterid Australasia Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Endeavour Eudicot First Fred Polydore Fred Polydore Nodder Gentianales New Zealand Nodder Rubiaceae Sydney Parkinson Voyage Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This stunning watercolour painting depicts the Coprosma australis, a flowering plant native to New Zealand and Australia, as illustrated by Sydney Parkinson during Captain James Cook's first voyage across the Pacific Ocean from 1768 to 1771. The original outline drawing was made by Parkinson, an artist and naturalist on board the HMS Endeavour, and later brought to life through the skilled brushstrokes of Fred Polydore Nodder in this finished watercolour. The Coprosma australis is a member of the Rubiaceae family, which is part of the larger order Gentianales within the class Magnoliopsida, or dicotyledons. This eudicot angiosperm is commonly known as the New Zealand coprosma or the red coprosma due to its vibrant red flowers. The plant is native to both New Zealand and Australia and is characterized by its evergreen foliage and small, bell-shaped flowers. The illustration of the Coprosma australis holds historical significance as it is one of the earliest known botanical records of this plant. Cook's voyage was instrumental in expanding European knowledge of the natural world, and the collection and documentation of new plant species was a crucial aspect of this endeavour. Parkinson's meticulous drawings and Nodder's beautiful watercolours played a vital role in the scientific discovery and classification of many new plant species, including the Coprosma australis. This exquisite watercolour painting is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, as well as the importance of exploration and documentation in advancing scientific knowledge. The intricate details and vibrant colours bring the Coprosma australis to life, offering a glimpse into the natural history of the Pacific region during the 18th century.
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