Artocarpus altilis, breadfruit tree
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Artocarpus altilis, breadfruit tree
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Sitodium altile
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18th Century Artocarpus Bread Fruit Breadfruit Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Endeavour Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae First Moraceae Pacific Rosales Rosid Angiospermae Artocarpus Altilis Breadfruit Tree Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts the Artocarpus altilis, commonly known as the breadfruit tree, created by Sydney Parkinson during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage across the Pacific Ocean from 1768 to 1771. The illustration, annotated as "Sitodium altile," showcases the tree's intricate leaves, flowers, and the large, oblong breadfruit. The breadfruit tree is a member of the Moraceae family, which is part of the larger group of Angiosperms, Flowering Plants, and Eudicots. This particular tree is a Rosid, which is a subgroup of Eudicots. The Fabidae is another name for Rosids. The breadfruit tree is native to the Pacific Islands and is an essential food source for many Pacific Island communities. The tree's fruit, which resembles a large, green potato, can be cooked and eaten in various ways, including roasted, boiled, or fried. Captain Cook and his crew were the first Europeans to encounter the breadfruit tree during their exploration of the Pacific. Cook's voyages opened up new trade routes and introduced many Pacific Islanders to European culture and new foods, including the breadfruit. This beautiful watercolor painting is a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the 18th century and the remarkable discoveries made during Cook's first voyage. The intricate details of the tree's leaves, flowers, and fruit showcase Parkinson's exceptional talent as an illustrator and his keen observation skills. The painting is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the natural world and the early European exploration of the Pacific.
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