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Passiflora edulis, passion fruit
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Passiflora edulis, passion fruit
Illustration by Jacobus van Huysum, c. 1730s. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Malpighiales Passiflora Passifloraceae Passion Passion Flower Passionflower Potted Histories Rosid Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Huysum Magnoliophyta Passion Fruit
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This exquisite watercolor illustration, created by the renowned Dutch botanical artist Jacobus van Huysum around the 1730s, showcases the stunning Passiflora edulis, also known as the passion fruit. The illustration is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. Passiflora edulis is a flowering plant in the Passifloraceae family, which is part of the larger group of angiosperms, dicotyledons, or eudicots. This particular species is native to Central and South America and is known for its unique and intricately designed flowers, which are often referred to as the "passion flower." The passion fruit flower is a long-lasting, vibrant bloom that typically features a white or yellow exterior with a deep purple or maroon interior. The fruit, which grows from this flower, is oblong or round in shape and is covered in a rough, textured rind. Inside, the fruit contains numerous seeds surrounded by a sweet, juicy pulp. Van Huysum's illustration captures the intricacies of the passion fruit flower in remarkable detail. The artist's masterful use of watercolor brings out the delicate nuances of the petals, the subtle shades of color, and the intricate veining on the leaves. The illustration also includes a potted plant in the background, adding to the sense of realism and depth. The passion fruit has long been admired for its beauty and unique characteristics, making it a popular subject for botanical illustrations throughout history. Van Huysum's illustration is a testament to the artist's skill and the enduring allure of this fascinating plant.
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