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Ficus carica, fig
Plate from Pomona Italiana Vol 1 (1817) by Count Giorgio Gallesio (1772-1839). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Illustration entitled Fico Regina
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1772 1839 Archivist Count Edible Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Ficus Gallesio Giorgio Giorgio Count Gallesio Moraceae Rosales Angiospermae Common Fig Dicot Dicotyledon Ficus Carica Magnoliophyta Pomona Italiana
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This exquisite plate, titled "Fico Regina" or "Queen Fig," is a stunning botanical illustration of Ficus carica, the common fig, taken from the first volume of "Pomona Italiana" published between 1817 and 1821 by the esteemed Count Giorgio Gallesio of Italy. The illustration is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. Count Gallesio, a renowned archivist and botanist, meticulously documented the natural world around him, capturing the beauty and intricacy of various plants in his illustrations. This particular plate showcases the fig tree in all its splendor, with its large, broad leaves and distinctive inflorescence. The fig tree is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. It belongs to the Moraceae family, which is part of the larger order Rosales, and the subclass Eudicotyledons. The fig is a dicot, meaning it has two seed leaves, or cotyledons, when it germinates. The fig tree is not only a beautiful plant but also an important source of food for humans. The edible fig fruit is a favorite in many cultures, and the tree is widely cultivated for its sweet and succulent fruit. The fig is also a valuable food source for various insects and animals, making it an essential component of many ecosystems. This illustration offers a glimpse into the natural world as it was documented during the early 19th century, providing a fascinating window into the past and showcasing the beauty and importance of the fig tree.
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