Eucalyptus crebra, narrow leaved ironbark tree
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Eucalyptus crebra, narrow leaved ironbark tree
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outine drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771
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18th Century Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Eucalyptus Eudicot Eurosid Fred Polydore Fred Polydore Nodder Gum Tree Leaved Malvidae Myrtaceae Myrtales Narrow Nodder Rosid Sydney Parkinson Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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1. Title: "A Narrow Leaved Eucalyptus Crebra, or Ironbark Tree, as Depicted in an 18th Century Watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from Sydney Parkinson's Original Outline Drawing During Captain James Cook's First Voyage Across the Pacific (1768-1771)" 2. Description: This exquisite watercolour painting, created by the skilled hand of Fred Polydore Nodder in the late 18th century, showcases the beauty and intricacy of Eucalyptus crebra, commonly known as the narrow leaved ironbark tree. The painting is based on an original outline drawing made by Sydney Parkinson during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage across the Pacific Ocean between 1768 and 1771. 3. Background: Eucalyptus crebra is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant, belonging to the Myrtaceae family, specifically the subfamily Myrtaloideae, and the order Myrtales. It is a eudicot, which means it has two embryonic seed leaves (cotyledons), and is classified within the clade Eudicots, Angiospermae, and Magnoliophyta. This tree is native to Australia and is characterized by its narrow, serrated leaves and its hard, iron-like bark. 4. Significance: This watercolour painting is a valuable historical record, as it provides an accurate representation of Eucalyptus crebra during the time when European explorers were first encountering the unique flora of the Pacific region. The painting is also a testament to the artistic skill of Sydney Parkinson and Fred Polydore Nodder, who captured the essence of the tree's form and details with remarkable precision. 5. Appreciation: The delicate brushstrokes and vibrant colours in this watercolour painting bring the narrow leaved ironbark tree to life, showcasing its unique features and the beauty of its flowers. The painting invites us to appreciate the rich natural history of the Pacific region and the important role that early explorers and naturalists played in documenting and preserving it for future generations.
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