Dendrobium involutum, ladder orchid
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Dendrobium involutum, ladder orchid
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Epidendrum myrtifolium
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18th Century Asparagales Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Dendrobium Endeavour Epidendrum First Ladder Monocot Monocotyledon Orchid Orchidaceae Orchids Sydney Parkinson Voyage Angiospermae Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite watercolor painting, created by Sydney Parkinson during Captain James Cook's first voyage across the Pacific Ocean between 1768 and 1771, showcases the stunning beauty of the Dendrobium involutum, also known as the Ladder Orchid. The painting, titled "Epidendrum myrtifolium," is an accurate representation of this flowering plant, which belongs to the Orchidaceae family, order Angiosperms, class Magnoliophyta, and subclass Monocotyledons. Captain Cook's voyage marked the first European encounter with this exotic orchid, which was discovered in the Society Islands of the Pacific. Parkinson, an accomplished artist and naturalist, meticulously captured the intricate details of the Ladder Orchid's unique features, including its elongated, ladder-like inflorescence and its vibrant, multicolored flowers. The painting is a testament to the natural wonders that Cook's voyage uncovered and the importance of documenting new discoveries through art and science. The Ladder Orchid, a member of the Asparagales order, is a monocot flowering plant, meaning it has one cotyledon or seed leaf. This painting is a valuable historical record of this remarkable plant and a reminder of the rich biodiversity that exists in the natural world. The Ladder Orchid's scientific name, Dendrobium involutum, reflects its distinctive characteristics, with "Dendrobium" meaning tree-like and "involutum" meaning rolled in or curled. This painting by Sydney Parkinson remains a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and diversity of the natural world that was discovered during Captain Cook's groundbreaking voyage.
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