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Echinocactus erinaceus, cactus
Illustration from Iconographie Des Cactees (1841-1847) by Charles Antoine Lemaire. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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1800 1871 Cactaceae Cacti Cactus Caryophyllales Charles Antoine Charles Antoine Lemaire Echinocactus Eudicot Flora Lemaire Prickle Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite illustration showcases the enchanting beauty of Echinocactus erinaceus, a remarkable cactus species belonging to the Cactaceae family. The illustration is taken from the Iconographie Des Cactees, a seminal work by Charles Antoine Lemaire published between 1841 and 1847. Housed in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, this illustration offers a captivating glimpse into the Victorian era's fascination with the natural world. The Echinocactus erinaceus, also known as the Hedgehog Cactus, is a slow-growing, spherical cactus that is native to Mexico. This cactus is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. As a eudicot, it belongs to the Magnoliophyta division, characterized by the presence of two cotyledons in its seeds. The illustration reveals the cactus's unique features, including its yellow flowers that bloom in the summer, and the distinctive, radially arranged, yellowish-brown prickles that cover its surface. These prickles, which are modified leaves, protect the cactus from herbivores and help to reduce water loss. Charles Antoine Lemaire, the illustrator, meticulously captured the intricacies of the Echinocactus erinaceus, providing a detailed and accurate record of this fascinating plant. His work continues to inspire appreciation for the natural world and serves as a testament to the rich botanical knowledge of the 19th century. This illustration remains a valuable resource for botanists, horticulturists, and anyone with a passion for the natural world.
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