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Silk cotton tree at St. Thomas, West Indies
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Silk cotton tree at St. Thomas, West Indies
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876), funded by the British Government for scientific purposes. The expedition is believed to have been the first to carry an official photographer
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Agricultural Barbados Caribbean Challenger Cotton Cotton Plant Discovery Eudicot Eurosid Gossypium Hms Challenger Malvaceae Malvales Malvidae Angiospermae Bombax Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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1. Title: A Magnificent Silk Cotton Tree in Full Bloom at St. Thomas, West Indies: A Discovery During H.M.S. Challenger's Expedition (1872-1876) 2.. This photograph depicts a magnificent Silk Cotton Tree (Ceiba pentandra) in its full glory, bathed in the warm daytime sunlight at St. Thomas in the West Indies. The image was captured during the groundbreaking scientific voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876), the first expedition to carry an official photographer. The Silk Cotton Tree, also known as the Kapok Tree or Bombax tree, is a prominent member of the Malvaceae family, which includes cotton and okra. This tree is native to tropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The tree's name, Ceiba, comes from the Taíno word for "tree of life," reflecting its significance in various indigenous cultures. The Silk Cotton Tree is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. It is classified as an eudicot, a dicotyledon, and a member of the Malvales order. The tree's large, showy flowers are a beautiful sight, attracting various pollinators, including bees and butterflies. The photograph was likely taken during a daytime exploration of the Caribbean islands, which were a significant focus of the H.M.S. Challenger expedition. The tree's impressive size and vibrant colors make it a striking addition to the lush, tropical landscape of St. Thomas. The discovery and documentation of various plant species, including the Silk Cotton Tree, were crucial aspects of the H.M.S. Challenger expedition. The scientific data collected during this voyage laid the foundation for modern oceanography, marine biology, and geology. This photograph serves as a testament to the expedition's enduring legacy and the beauty and diversity of the natural world.
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