Uvaria littoralis, pepisang
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Uvaria littoralis, pepisang
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771
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18th Century Annonaceae Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Endeavour First Fred Polydore Fred Polydore Nodder Java Magnoliales Magnoliid Magnoliidae Nodder Sydney Parkinson Voyage Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts Uvaria littoralis, also known as pepisang, a flowering plant belonging to the Annonaceae family, which was illustrated during Captain James Cook's first voyage across the Pacific Ocean from 1768 to 1771. The original outline drawing was made by Sydney Parkinson, an artist on board the HMS Endeavour, and the finished watercolor was later completed by Fred Polydore Nodder. Uvaria littoralis is a small tree or shrub native to the Java Islands in the Indonesian archipelago. The plant is characterized by its large, glossy, and bright red fruits, which are enclosed in a fleshy, green calyx. The flowers of Uvaria littoralis are bisexual, with both male and female reproductive structures present. This plant is an angiosperm, a type of seed-producing flowering plant that is a member of the Magnoliophyta division. The painting captures the intricate details of the plant's flowers, which are typical of the Magnoliales order, a group of flowering plants that includes magnolias and their relatives. The Magnoliidae family, to which Uvaria belongs, is one of the oldest families of angiosperms, with fossil records dating back to the late Cretaceous period. The illustration of Uvaria littoralis is an important historical record of this plant, which was made during one of the most significant voyages of exploration in history. The HMS Endeavour's voyage around the world, led by Captain James Cook, revolutionized our understanding of the natural world and paved the way for further exploration and discovery. This beautiful watercolor painting is a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the 18th century, and a reminder of the rich biodiversity of the Pacific region. It is a valuable resource for botanical research and a stunning work of art in its own right.
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