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Subumbellate pultanaea, Pultanaea subumbellata
Subumbellate pultanaea, Pultanaea subumbellata. Egg and bacon or bush peas.. Illustration drawn by William Jackson Hooker, engraved by Swan. Handcolored copperplate engraving from William Curtiss The Botanical Magazine, Samuel Curtis, 1833
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1833 Bacon Bush Curtis Hooker Jackson Peas
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving, drawn by the renowned botanical artist William Jackson Hooker and engraved by Swan, depicts the Subumbellate Pultanaea, or Pultanaea subumbellata, a native Australian plant commonly known as 'egg and bacon' or 'bush peas'. Dating back to 1833, this illustration was originally published in The Botanical Magazine, edited by Samuel Curtis. Hooker's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the plant's delicate flowers, which bloom in clusters subumbellate, or beneath the leaves. The common name 'egg and bacon' comes from the resemblance of the seed pods to fried eggs and bacon, a playful observation that highlights the unique character of this fascinating species. The historical significance of this engraving lies in its role as an accurate record of a plant that was newly discovered and documented during the early days of botanical exploration in Australia. Today, the Subumbellate Pultanaea remains an important part of the Australian flora, and this beautiful illustration serves as a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world.
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