Coffee fruit, Ethiopia C017 / 7620
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Coffee fruit, Ethiopia C017 / 7620
Coffee fruit ripening on a coffee plant (Coffea arabica). This is the nana dwarf variety. The fruits contain the coffee beans. C. arabica is native to Ethiopia and is believed to have been the first species of coffee to be cultivated. It has been cultivated for over 1000 years. Photographed in southern Ethiopia
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Media ID 9341863
© BRIAN GADSBY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Africa African Agricultural Agriculture Bean Branch Caffeine Crop Ethiopia Ethiopian Farming Fruit Fruits Growing Indigenous Native Ripening Coffea Arabica Nana
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the beauty and significance of coffee fruit ripening on a coffee plant in Ethiopia. The image captures the essence of nature, farming, botany, and agriculture all at once. The specific coffee plant depicted here is Coffea arabica, known as the nana dwarf variety. This species is native to Ethiopia and holds historical importance as it is believed to be the first cultivated coffee species ever discovered. Its cultivation dates back over a millennium. Photographed in southern Ethiopia, this picture highlights the indigenous flora thriving in its natural habitat. The branch adorned with ripening fruits symbolizes growth and abundance within African agricultural landscapes. The biological aspect of this image cannot be overlooked either; it portrays an essential stage in the life cycle of Coffea arabica. These vibrant fruits contain precious coffee beans that are later harvested for their rich flavors and caffeine content. Brian Gadsby's masterful capture from Science Photo Library not only celebrates Ethiopian botanical heritage but also serves as a reminder of how deeply intertwined humans are with plants through centuries-old practices like farming and cultivation.
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