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Elaeis guineensis Jacq. African oil palm
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Elaeis guineensis Jacq. African oil palm
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Arecaceae Arecales Commelinid Monocot Monocotyledon Palm Palm Tree Palmae Seed African Oil Palm Angiospermae Elaeis Elaeis Guineensis Magnoliophyta
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1. Title: African Oil Palm (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) - A Magnificent Monocotyledon from the Palmae Family This botanical illustration showcases Elaeis guineensis, commonly known as the African oil palm, a remarkable plant belonging to the Palmae family, order Arecales, and class Commelinid. Native to the tropical regions of West and Central Africa, this monocotyledon is renowned for its economic importance as a source of edible oil and other valuable products. The African oil palm tree is depicted here in all its splendor, displaying its tall, sturdy trunk adorned with a crown of feather-like leaves. The leaves, arranged in a rosette at the top, are characterized by their fan-like shape and their ribbed, green blades, which can grow up to 5 meters in length. At the heart of the tree, clusters of flowers can be seen, which eventually develop into the distinctive, round, red-orange fruits known as drupes. These fruits, rich in oil-producing kernels, are a valuable food source for both humans and wildlife. The oil extracted from these kernels is used extensively in various industries, including food, cosmetics, and biofuel production. As a member of the monocotyledon class, Angiospermae, and the Magnoliophyta division, African oil palm is a flowering plant that contributes significantly to the global economy and plays a vital role in the ecosystems of its native regions. This stunning illustration serves as a testament to the beauty and diversity of the botanical world, inviting us to appreciate the intricacies of nature and the vital role that plants play in our lives.
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