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Artocarpus sp
Plate 825 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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Artocarpus Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae John Reeves Moraceae Reeves Rosales Rosid Shrub Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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Plate 825 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings, housed in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, presents an exquisite illustration of an Artocarpus sp. (Moraceae) shrub from Canton, China, dating back to the nineteenth century. The meticulously detailed drawing showcases the verdant foliage of this tree, adorned with large, heart-shaped leaves. The central focus of the illustration is the distinctive, green fruit, which hangs in bunches from the tree. Artocarpus is a genus of flowering plants, belonging to the family Moraceae, order Rosales, class Magnoliopsida, and subclass Rosidae. This eudicotyledonous angiosperm is commonly known as the jackfruit tree. The tree is native to tropical regions of the Old World, including Southeast Asia, India, and the Pacific. The Artocarpus sp. depicted in this illustration is a testament to the rich botanical heritage of the nineteenth century. John Reeves, a British botanical artist, created this drawing during his tenure as the Superintendent of the Royal Botanic Garden in Calcutta, India, between 1806 and 1819. Reeves' collection, which includes over 1,400 drawings, is a valuable resource for researchers and scholars studying the botany of the time. The Artocarpus sp. is not only a beautiful specimen but also holds significance in various cultures for its edible fruit, which is a staple food in many tropical regions. The fruit is rich in nutrients and has a unique, sweet and savory flavor. The tree's wood is also valued for its durability and is used for various purposes, including furniture making and construction. This illustration serves as a reminder of the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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