Impatiens balsamina, garden balsam

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Impatiens balsamina, garden balsam

Folio 61 from A Collection of Flowers (1795) by John Edwards. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

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1768 1795 18th Century Asterid Balsam Edwards Ericales Eudicot Folio Impatiens John Edwards Petal Angiospermae Balsaminaceae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta

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Folio 61 from A Collection of Flowers, published between 1768 and 1795, features an exquisite illustration of Impatiens balsamina, commonly known as garden balsam. This botanical masterpiece is taken from the extensive work of English botanist and artist, John Edwards (1747-1822). Housed in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, this folio showcases the intricate beauty of this flowering plant in meticulous detail. Impatiens balsamina is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces enclosed seeds. As a dicot, it is characterized by two seed leaves (cotyledons) and net-like veins in its leaves. This eudicot, belonging to the order Ericales and the family Balsaminaceae, is an essential member of the asterid clade, which includes a vast array of flowering plants. The illustration reveals the long, slender stems adorned with vibrant, heart-shaped leaves, and the striking, two-lipped flowers. These flowers exhibit a captivating symmetry, with their five petals arranged in two opposing whorls. The upper petals, or the balsamine, form a hood-like structure, while the lower petals, or the balsam tree, are broader and form a conspicuous, colorful display. John Edwards' illustration of Impatiens balsamina is a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the 18th century. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural world, allowing us to appreciate the intricate details of this beautiful flower and its place within the vast tapestry of the plant kingdom.

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