Cordia subcordata, kou tree
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Cordia subcordata, kou tree
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Cordia sebestena
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18th Century Asterid Boraginaceae Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Endeavour Eudicot First Pacific Sydney Parkinson Voyage Angiospermae Cordia Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning watercolor painting is a captivating representation of the Cordia subcordata, also known as the Kou tree, created by the acclaimed artist Sydney Parkinson during Captain James Cook's first voyage across the Pacific Ocean from 1768 to 1771. The illustration, annotated as Cordia sebestena, showcases the tree in all its glory, with vibrant red flowers adorning its branches against a lush green backdrop. The Kou tree is a flowering plant belonging to the Boraginaceae family, specifically the Angiospermae, Eudicot, Asterid order, and Magnoliophyta class. It is an angiosperm, meaning it produces seeds enclosed in an ovary, and is a dicot, characterized by having two seed leaves or cotyledons. The tree is native to the Pacific Islands and is known for its attractive, fragrant flowers and its hard, dense wood. Captain Cook and his crew were the first Europeans to encounter the Kou tree during their travels, and Parkinson's illustration is an invaluable record of this discovery. The painting provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of the Pacific region during the 18th century and showcases the exquisite detail and skill of Parkinson's artistic talent. The Kou tree continues to be an important part of Pacific Island culture and is revered for its beauty, utility, and historical significance. This watercolor painting is a testament to the enduring allure of the natural world and the importance of documenting its wonders for future generations.
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