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Eleusine coracana, finger millet
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Eleusine coracana, finger millet
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Cereal Commelinid Crop Finger Harvest Millet Monocot Monocotyledon Poaceae Poales Staple Angiospermae Magnoliophyta
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This stunning illustration showcases the vibrant and intricate details of Eleusine coracana, commonly known as finger millet. As a member of the Poaceae, or grass, family and the monocot order Poales, this flowering plant is an essential staple food crop in many parts of the world, particularly in Africa and Asia. The illustration captures the plant in its full glory, with its slender fingers of grains adorning the inflorescence, or flowering structure. The tiny, delicate flowers are arranged in dense, spike-like clusters, each one bearing both male and female flowers. The monocotyledonous nature of the plant is evident in the single cotyledon, or seed leaf, visible in the lower left corner of the image. As an angiosperm, or flowering plant, Eleusine coracana produces seeds enclosed within an ovary that develops into a fruit, which is often referred to as a caryopsis. The plant's small size, drought tolerance, and high nutritional value make it an ideal crop for areas with unfavorable growing conditions. The grains are rich in essential nutrients such as iron, calcium, and protein, making finger millet a valuable source of sustenance for millions of people. The botanical illustration serves as a testament to the beauty and complexity of nature, providing a glimpse into the intricate details of this important cereal crop. The drawing, held in the esteemed Botany Library Plate Collection at the Natural History Museum in London, is a valuable resource for botanical research and education, showcasing the rich diversity of the plant kingdom and the importance of preserving and understanding the natural world.
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