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Cyperus sp. sedge
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Cyperus sp. sedge
Plate 621 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, c. 1795-1805. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Commelinid Cyperaceae Cyperus Dr John Dr John Fleming Fleming Monocot Monocotyledon Poales Potted Histories Sedge Angiospermae Magnoliophyta
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Plate 621 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, showcases an exquisite Cyperus sp. sedge drawing, created during the Victorian era around 1795-1805. This botanical illustration, a testament to the rich history of botanical exploration, depicts a Cyperus species with its distinctive, slender, grass-like leaves and distinctive inflorescence. The Cyperaceae family, to which this sedge belongs, is a large monocotyledonous family within the Poales order. The Commelinid monocots, including the Cyperaceae, are characterized by their unique flower structures and the presence of a fibrous root system. This drawing, most likely created by Dr. John Fleming, showcases the beauty and intricacy of this flowering plant, which is commonly known as a sedge. The Cyperus longus and Cyperus longus odoratus, two well-known members of the Cyperus genus, are not depicted in this drawing. However, this illustration provides a valuable addition to our understanding of the vast diversity of Cyperus species, many of which are native to tropical and subtropical regions. The Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, named after its creator, Dr. John Fleming, is an invaluable resource for botanical research and education. The collection, which includes over 3,000 drawings, provides a glimpse into the rich botanical heritage of the Indian subcontinent during the 18th and 19th centuries. This stunning botanical illustration, with its vibrant greens and intricate details, invites us to appreciate the natural world and the beauty of the plant kingdom. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and documenting the natural world for future generations.
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