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Arisaema triphylla, Jack-in-the-pulpit
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Arisaema triphylla, Jack-in-the-pulpit
Illustration No.2 by Peter Brown, c. 1760s. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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18th Century Alismatales Araceae Arum Arum Lily Monocot Monocotyledon Potted Histories Purple Angiospermae Magnoliophyta Peter Brown
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This exquisite illustration, titled "Arisaema triphylla" or Jack-in-the-Pulpit, is a rare and captivating glimpse into the natural world of the 18th century. Created by the skilled hand of Peter Brown around the 1760s, this botanical drawing is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. The Arisaema triphylla, a member of the Araceae family, is commonly known as the Jack-in-the-Pulpit or Arum Lily. This fascinating flowering plant is a monocotyledon, belonging to the monocot class of angiosperms, which includes a wide variety of flowering plants. The Arisaema triphylla is characterized by its unique structure, with a hooded, purplish-brown spadix enclosed within a long, green, bell-shaped spathe. The spadix is covered in small, white flowers, which are pollinated by flies and beetles that are attracted to the plant's foul odor. Peter Brown's illustration provides a detailed and accurate representation of this intriguing plant. The long, curved lines of the spathe and the delicate veining on the leaves are rendered with great care and attention to detail. The purplish-brown hue of the spadix is vividly captured, adding to the overall allure of the drawing. As a valuable addition to the Botany Library's collection, this illustration not only showcases the beauty and complexity of the natural world but also serves as a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the 18th century. The intricate details and precise observations in Brown's work continue to inspire and captivate viewers, making it a true treasure of botanical illustration.
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