Prunus cv. hybrid tree
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Prunus cv. hybrid tree
Plate 407 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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Amygdaleae Amygdaloideae Blossom Cherry Cultivar Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Hybrid John Reeves Prunus Reeves Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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Plate 407 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China, housed in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, presents a captivating image of a Prunus cv. hybrid tree in full bloom. This exquisite illustration, created in the nineteenth century, offers a glimpse into the rich botanical heritage of China and the European fascination with Oriental flora during this period. John Reeves (1774-1856), a British merchant, was a dedicated botanical collector and artist, amassing an impressive collection of over 6,000 botanical drawings during his time in China. This plate features a pink-hued Prunus hybrid, a cultivar of the cherries in the subfamily Amygdaleae, within the family Rosaceae, and the order Rosales. The tree belongs to the eudicot clade, which includes flowering plants with two embryonic seed leaves. The Prunus cv. hybrid tree depicted in this illustration is an excellent example of the diverse beauty found within the genus Prunus, which encompasses over 400 species. The tree's elegant branches are adorned with clusters of delicate pink blossoms, adding a burst of color against the backdrop of the Asian landscape. The intricate details of the flowers, with their five petals and distinctive stamens, are rendered with remarkable precision and artistry. This illustration not only serves as a testament to the artistic skill of John Reeves but also offers valuable insights into the botanical discoveries made during the 19th century. The Prunus cv. hybrid tree remains an enduring symbol of the rich cultural exchange between Europe and Asia, as well as the ongoing fascination with the natural world and its diverse offerings.
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