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Mandorla premice, almond tree
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Mandorla premice, almond tree
Plate from Pomona Italiana Vol 2 (1839) by Giorgio Gallesio (1772-1839). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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1772 1839 Almond Almond Tree Blossom Amygdaleae Amygdaloideae Amygdalus Communis Count Edible Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Gallesio Giorgio Giorgio Count Gallesio Prunus Almond Tree Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Pomona Italiana Prunus Communis Prunus Dulcis
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This exquisite plate, titled "Mandorla premice," is a beautiful illustration of the almond tree (Prunus dulcis, also known as Amygdalus communis) from Giorgio Gallesio's Pomona Italiana Vol 2, published in 1839. The Italian botanist and illustrator, Gallesio (1772-1839), meticulously captured the intricate details of the almond tree's blossoms and premices (unopened buds) in this stunning drawing. The almond tree is an essential member of the Rosaceae family, specifically the Prunus genus, and is classified as an eudicot, angiosperm, and magnoliophyta. The almond tree is native to the Mediterranean region and is now widely cultivated for its edible nuts, which are rich in protein, healthy fats, fiber, and various essential nutrients. The tree is also an essential source of food for bees, contributing to the pollination of various plants. This illustration showcases the tree's delicate pink and white blossoms, which appear in early spring, and the premices, which are protected by the bud scales and will soon develop into the distinctive almond flowers. The almond tree's leaves are evergreen, simple, and ovate, with serrated margins. Gallesio's Pomona Italiana was a significant contribution to botanical illustration during the 19th century, providing an accurate and detailed record of various fruit-bearing plants, including the almond tree. This plate, in particular, is a testament to Gallesio's artistic skill and botanical knowledge, offering a captivating glimpse into the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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