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Malus coronaria L. 1877, sweet crab apple
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Malus coronaria L. 1877, sweet crab apple
An illustrative plate of sweet crab apple tree foliage and blossom from the Natural History Museum Botany Library Plate Collection
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1. Title: "Sweet Crab Apple: A Delightful Blend of Botanical Beauty and Invertebrate Interaction" 2.. This illustration, hailing from the esteemed Natural History Museum Botany Library Plate Collection, showcases the enchanting foliage and blossom of the Sweet Crab Apple tree (Malus coronaria L., 1877). The plate, a testament to the intricacies of botanical illustration, offers a glimpse into the delicate balance between the plant world and the invertebrate kingdom. 3. In the foreground, the vibrant, lobed leaves of the Sweet Crab Apple tree unfurl, their edges adorned with tiny, sharp teeth. These leaves, a rich green hue, provide the perfect backdrop for the tree's star attraction: its exquisite blossoms. The blossoms, a delightful blend of pink and white, are arranged in clusters, their petals unfurled to reveal their reproductive structures. 4. Amidst the blossoms, a charming interplay of nature's intricacies unfolds. Inquisitive arthropods, including crustaceans and decapods, can be seen exploring the flowers in search of nectar and pollen. Among them, a graceful crab (Malacostraca) delicately perches on a petal, its pincers poised as it investigates the floral treasure trove. 5. This illustration serves as a reminder of the intricate relationships that exist between plants and their invertebrate pollinators. It also highlights the beauty and diversity of the botanical world, as well as the importance of preserving these delicate ecosystems for future generations to appreciate. 6. The Sweet Crab Apple tree, a member of the Rosaceae family, is an important eudicot, or flowering plant, in the Angiospermae, Magnoliophyta, and Eudicot clades. Its blossoms are a source of nectar for various insects, making it an essential component of many ecosystems. This illustration, a beautiful snapshot of nature's intricacies, invites us to marvel at the wonders of the natural world.
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