Cymbopogon iwarancusa, oilgrass
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Cymbopogon iwarancusa, oilgrass
Plate 624 from the John Fleming Collection of Indian Drawings, c. 1795-1805. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Commelinid Dr John Dr John Fleming Fleming Monocot Monocotyledon Poaceae Poales Potted Histories Angiospermae Cymbopogon Magnoliophyta
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Plate 624 from the John Fleming Collection of Indian Drawings, showcases an exquisite illustration of Cymbopogon iwarancusa, popularly known as oilgrass. This botanical drawing, created during the Victorian era around 1795-1805, is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. Cymbopogon iwarancusa is a flowering plant belonging to the Poaceae family, specifically the subfamily Poinae and the tribe Commelinidae. This monocotyledonous angiosperm, commonly referred to as a long monocot, is native to India and is characterized by its tall, slender stems and long, narrow leaves. The plant is a member of the Poales order, which includes grasses, and the Angiospermae class, which includes flowering plants. The intricately detailed drawing reveals the beauty of Cymbopogon iwarancusa's inflorescence, featuring long, slender spikes of small, fragrant flowers. The flowers are bisexual, with three stamens and three pistils, typical of monocotyledonous plants. This drawing provides a glimpse into the rich botanical diversity of India during the 19th century, a time when European explorers and naturalists were documenting new plant discoveries from around the world. Dr. John Fleming, the collector of this remarkable drawing, was a renowned botanist and surgeon who served as the Surgeon-General of the British East India Company. His extensive collection of Indian botanical drawings, including this one of Cymbopogon iwarancusa, is a testament to his dedication to documenting the natural world and expanding scientific knowledge during the Victorian era.
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