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Rhizophora sp. mangrove tree
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Rhizophora sp. mangrove tree
Illustration from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Forest John Reeves Malpighiales Malvidae Mangrove Mangrove Forest Mangrove Swamp Myrtales Reeves Angiospermae Combretaceae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Mangrove Tree
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1. Title: "A Nineteenth Century Illustration of a Rhizophora Sp. Mangrove Tree from the John Reeves Collection at the Natural History Museum, London" 2. Description: This botanical illustration depicts a Rhizophora sp. mangrove tree, drawn in exquisite detail during the 19th century by the renowned botanical artist John Reeves. The drawing is part of the extensive John Reeves Collection housed in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. 3. Background: John Reeves (1774-1856) was a British botanical artist and collector who spent most of his career in China, where he amassed an impressive collection of botanical specimens and drawings. His work significantly contributed to the understanding of Chinese flora during the 19th century. 4. Subject: The mangrove tree illustrated here belongs to the Rhizophoraceae family, which is part of the larger order Rosales, class Magnoliopsida, and division Magnoliophyta. This eudicot, flowering plant is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in mangrove forests. 5. Identification: The Rhizophora sp. tree in this illustration is characterized by its prop roots, which provide stability in the muddy, brackish water of mangrove swamps. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and elongated, while its flowers are small, greenish, and arranged in spikes. 6. Significance: Mangroves are essential for maintaining the ecological balance in coastal areas, providing shelter and food for various marine organisms. They also serve as a crucial barrier against storm surges and coastal erosion. 7. Appreciation: This beautiful botanical illustration not only showcases the intricate details of a Rhizophora sp. mangrove tree but also highlights the remarkable work of John Reeves and the importance of documenting the natural world.
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