Melanorrhoea usitata, Burmese lacquer tree
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Melanorrhoea usitata, Burmese lacquer tree
One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall of the Natural History Museum, London
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Anacardiaceae Burmese Ceiling Eudicot Eurosid Flora Lacquer Malvidae Panel Rosid Sapindales Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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1. Title: Melanorrhoea usitata, Burmese Lacquer Tree: A Flora Masterpiece from the Central Hall of the Natural History Museum, London 2. Description: This image showcases Melanorrhoea usitata, also known as the Burmese lacquer tree, as depicted in one of the 162 decorative panels gracing the ceiling of the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum in London. Belonging to the Anacardiaceae family, this flowering plant is an essential member of the Angiosperms, a group of seed-bearing plants that includes over 90% of all living plant species. As an Eudicot, Melanorrhoea usitata is characterized by having two embryonic seed leaves (cotyledons) and a net-like structure called a vascular cambium, which facilitates the transport of water and nutrients throughout the plant. The tree is further classified as a Rosid, a subgroup of the Eudicots, and a member of the Malvidae family, which includes hibiscus, okra, and cotton. The Burmese lacquer tree is native to Southeast Asia and is renowned for its unique property of producing a natural, durable resin used for lacquerware. The tree's sap is collected and processed to create a protective coating, which has been used for centuries in Burma and other regions for various artistic and functional applications. In this exquisite panel, the intricate details of Melanorrhoea usitata's foliage, flowers, and bark are beautifully rendered, offering a glimpse into the rich diversity of the natural world. The panel's vibrant colors and meticulous illustration serve as a testament to the skill and artistry of the natural history museum's talented team of botanical artists. 3. Keywords: flora, plant, decorative, illustration, ceiling, panel, lacquer, Burmese, tree, Anacardiaceae, angiosperm, dicotyledon, dicot, flowering plant, eudicot, angiospermae, magnoliophyta, sapindales, eurosids, rosid, malvidae, Burmese lacquer tree, Melanorrhoea, Melanorrhoea usitata.
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