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Hippeastrum, Dutch amaryllis
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Hippeastrum, Dutch amaryllis
Illustration by Franz Andreas Bauer (1758-1840), held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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18th Century Amaryllidaceae Amaryllis Asparagales Bauer Francis Francis Bauer Hippeastrum Monocot Monocotyledon Angiospermae Magnoliophyta Orange Colour
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This exquisite illustration showcases the captivating beauty of Hippeastrum, commonly known as Dutch amaryllis, as depicted in an 18th-century drawing by the renowned botanical artist Franz Andreas Bauer. The illustration, held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, is a testament to the rich history of botanical art and scientific exploration. Hippeastrum is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family, within the order Asparagales, and is characterized by its large, showy flowers. This particular illustration features several Hippeastrum blooms in various shades of pink, orange, and red, their vibrant colors adding a burst of brilliance to the composition. The botanical name Magnoliophyta, derived from the name of the 17th-century botanist Magnol, refers to the division of flowering plants, and the monocotyledonous plants, such as Hippeastrum, are characterized by having only one seed leaf, or cotyledon, upon germination. Franz Andreas Bauer, the artist behind this masterpiece, was a prominent figure in the world of botanical illustration during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His meticulous attention to detail and exceptional artistic skill are evident in this illustration, which continues to inspire awe and admiration to this day. The Hippeastrum, with its striking flowers and rich history, remains a beloved plant in gardens and homes around the world, serving as a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world and the important role that botanical art plays in documenting and preserving it for future generations.
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