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Anemone sp. anemone
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Anemone sp. anemone
Illustration from Full Directions for the Young Artist (1817) by George Brookshaw. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Anemone Brookshaw Eudicot Eudicotinae George Brookshaw Ranunculaceae Ranunculales Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite illustration is a beautiful representation of an Anemone sp. (Anemone spp.), a common name for a diverse group of flowering plants belonging to the Ranunculaceae family, specifically the Ranunculales order and the Eudicotinae subclass. The depicted Anemone is adorned with radiant blue, pink, and red flowers, adding a vibrant burst of color to any setting. This illustration is taken from "Full Directions for the Young Artist," a comprehensive instructional guide for aspiring artists, published in 1817 by George Brookshaw. The illustration is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. Anemones are angiosperms, or flowering plants, and are classified as eudicots, which means they possess two embryonic seed leaves (cotyledons) and complex flower structures. The flowers of Anemone species typically exhibit a distinct radial symmetry, with petals arranged in a circular pattern around a central point. This arrangement is a hallmark of the Eudicotae, a large group of flowering plants that also includes sunflowers, roses, and many other common plants. The Anemone's common name is derived from the Greek word "anemone," meaning "daughter of the wind," likely due to the wind-dispersed seeds of many species. The intricate details of the flowers, veins, and other features in this illustration serve as a testament to the artistic skill and dedication of George Brookshaw and the importance of botanical illustration in the scientific exploration of the natural world during the 19th century.
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