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Hyacinthus orientalis, common hyacinth
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Hyacinthus orientalis, common hyacinth
Drawing 759 by Arthur Harry Church, 1904. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Arthur Harry Church Asparagaceae Asparagales Common Hyacinth Hyacinthus Monocot Monocotyledon Petal Angiospermae Hyacinthus Orientalis Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite drawing, titled "Hyacinthus orientalis" or the common hyacinth, is a stunning representation of this beloved flowering plant, created by the skilled hand of Arthur Harry Church in 1904. The illustration, cataloged as Drawing 759, is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. The common hyacinth is a member of the Asparagaceae family, specifically the genus Hyacinthus, and is a monocotyledonous angiosperm, belonging to the order Asparagales and the class Magnoliophyta. This elegant flower is renowned for its vibrant, richly hued blue petals, which surround a central, star-shaped cluster of six stamens. The Victorian era, during which Church created this illustration, was a time of great fascination with botany and the natural world. The intricate detail and artistry displayed in this drawing reflect the deep appreciation and admiration for the beauty of nature that characterized this period. The common hyacinth is native to southern Europe and western Asia, and has been cultivated for its ornamental value since ancient times. Its bulbs were highly prized by the Greeks and Romans, who believed the flower to have magical properties. Today, the common hyacinth remains a popular garden plant, bringing a burst of color and charm to spring gardens around the world. This illustration serves as a testament to the enduring allure of the common hyacinth and the artistry of Victorian botanical illustrators like Arthur Harry Church. It invites us to pause and appreciate the intricacies of nature, while also providing a valuable record of this beautiful flower for future generations.
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