Pisum sativum, crown pea

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Pisum sativum, crown pea

Folio 73 from A Collection of Flowers (1795) by John Edwards. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

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1768 1795 18th Century Crown Pea Edwards Eudicot Eurosid Fabaceae Fabales Fabidae Folio John Edwards Legume Leguminosae Magenta Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta

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Folio 73 from A Collection of Flowers, published between 1768 and 1795 by renowned English botanical artist John Edwards, showcases the exquisite beauty of Pisum sativum, commonly known as the crown pea. This magnificent illustration, held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, captures the intricate details of this important legume in its pink, magenta-hued bloom. Belonging to the Leguminosae or Fabaceae family, the pea is a vital member of the Fabales order, which includes a diverse range of flowering plants. As an eudicot, or a dicotyledon, this flowering plant is characterized by its two seed leaves and the presence of complex structures such as flowers, roots, stems, and leaves. The crown pea, specifically, is a member of the Eudicotyledons, Angiospermae, Magnoliophyta, and Eurosids, and is further classified under the Fabaceae, Fabales, Eudicotyledons, Faboideae, and Fabidae. This classification system reflects the complex relationships and interconnections between various plant groups. John Edwards, a skilled botanical artist, meticulously captured the delicate pink petals, the intricate veining, and the unique structure of the crown pea's flower. The illustration also reveals the plant's distinctive, round, and green pods, which contain the edible peas. This illustration not only serves as a testament to the artistic prowess of John Edwards but also provides valuable insights into the botanical world of the 18th century. It invites us to appreciate the intricacies of nature and the importance of documenting the diverse plant life that surrounds us.

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