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Linear-leaved hakea, Hakea linearis
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Linear-leaved hakea, Hakea linearis
Linear-leaved hakea, Hakea linearis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S. Watts after an illustration by J.T. Hart from Sydenham Edwards Botanical Register, Ridgeway, London, 1832
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Linear-leaved Hakea, Hakea linearis, a native Australian plant that was first illustrated and documented by renowned botanists Joseph Hooker and Thomas Thomson in 1832. The illustration was created by J.T. Hart and later engraved by S. Watts for the prestigious Botanical Register, published by Sydenham Edwards in Ridgeway, London. The Linear-leaved Hakea is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall, with linear, stiff, and sharply pointed leaves that are up to 15 cm long. The plant is native to Western Australia and is characterized by its distinctive yellow flowers, which appear in clusters and bloom from late winter to early spring. The flowers are followed by small, hard capsules that contain the seeds. The Linear-leaved Hakea is an important plant in the Australian ecosystem, providing food and shelter for various insects, birds, and mammals. It is also valued for its ornamental qualities and is often cultivated in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. This beautiful engraving not only serves as a testament to the intricacies of botanical illustration during the 19th century but also highlights the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world. The Linear-leaved Hakea remains an iconic symbol of the unique flora of Western Australia and continues to inspire appreciation and fascination among botanists, horticulturists, and nature enthusiasts alike.
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