Celosia cristata, cockscomb
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Celosia cristata, cockscomb
Plate 706b from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, c. 1795-1805. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Amaranthaceae Caryophyllales Celosia Cockscomb Dr John Dr John Fleming Eudicot Fleming Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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Plate 706b from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, housed in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, presents a stunning and intricately detailed illustration of Celosia cristata, commonly known as the cockscomb flower. This beautiful Victorian-era botanical drawing, created between 1795 and 1805, showcases the pink variant of this flower. Celosia cristata is a member of the Amaranthaceae family, which is part of the larger group of Angiosperms, Dicotyledons, or Eudicots. The Angiosperms, often referred to as flowering plants, are a diverse group of organisms that produce seeds enclosed in an ovary. The pink cockscomb flower is a vibrant example of the beauty and complexity found within the Caryophyllales order of the Magnoliophyta division. The illustration, drawn by Dr. John Fleming, captures the unique and eye-catching appearance of the cockscomb flower. The drawing highlights the flower's distinctive spiky, comb-like inflorescence, which is formed from the elongated bracts surrounding the small, inconspicuous flowers. These bracts are what give the cockscomb flower its name, as they resemble the crest or comb of a rooster. The cockscomb flower, native to tropical regions of Africa and Central America, has been cultivated for its ornamental value for centuries. Its striking appearance and long vase life have made it a popular choice for gardens and bouquets. The Victorian era, in particular, saw a surge in interest in exotic plants and flowers, leading to the creation of numerous botanical illustrations like this one. This exquisite botanical drawing not only serves as a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world but also offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the botanical explorations and discoveries of the nineteenth century.
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