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Carpinus betulus L. hornbeam
Sketch 36 (66 Drawings Volume). From a collection of original drawings and sketches by Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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18th Century Betulaceae Ehret Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Fagales Georg Dionysius Georg Dionysius Ehret Hornbeam Rosid Angiospermae Carpinus Carpinus Betulus Common Hornbeam Dicot Dicotyledon European Hornbeam Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite 18th century drawing depicts Carpinus betulus L., commonly known as the European hornbeam or common hornbeam. The tree is a member of the Betulaceae family, which is part of the order Fagales and the class Magnoliopsida, or rosids. As an eudicot and angiosperm, Carpinus betulus is a flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. The illustration, Sketch 36 from Volume 66 of Georg Dionysius Ehret's original drawings and sketches, captures the intricate details of the hornbeam's leaves. The tree is known for its distinctive, alternate, simple, and deciduous leaves, which are ovate to elliptical in shape and have a serrated margin. The leaves turn yellow in the autumn, adding a warm hue to the landscape. Ehret, a renowned botanical artist of the 18th century, expertly rendered the veins and surface texture of the leaves in this drawing. The veins are clearly visible, running parallel to each other and branching out from the midrib. The surface of the leaves appears smooth and glossy, with a subtle sheen that catches the light. The European hornbeam is native to Europe and parts of Asia, and is often found in woodlands and along riverbanks. It is a hardy tree that can grow up to 20 meters tall and has a dense, rounded crown. The tree's wood is strong and durable, making it valuable for use in furniture and flooring. This drawing is a testament to Ehret's artistic skill and his dedication to accurately recording the natural world. It is a valuable addition to the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, where it continues to inspire and educate researchers and visitors alike.
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