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Ficus racemosa, cluster fig
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Ficus racemosa, cluster fig
An illustration from Watercolour Drawings of Indian Plants, part of the John Fleming Collection, held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Cluster Dr John Dr John Fleming Edible Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Ficus Fleming Moraceae Rosales Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite watercolor illustration showcases the Ficus racemosa, commonly known as the Cluster Fig or Indian Fig, which is native to India and other parts of Asia. The Ficus racemosa is a large, evergreen tree belonging to the Moraceae family, order Rosales, class Magnoliopsida, and subclass Rosids. It is an essential component of the Fabaceae subfamily, Dr. John Fleming's area of expertise. The tree's leaves are large, simple, and ovate, with a distinct red midrib and an intricate network of veins. The fig tree is a monoecious, meaning it bears both male and female flowers on the same tree. The male flowers are small and clustered at the axils of the leaves, while the female flowers form a syconium, a unique inflorescence that develops from the axil of a leaf and encloses the ripening figs. The Cluster Fig is an important food source for various fauna, including birds, monkeys, and humans. The ripe figs are edible and have a sweet, juicy pulp that surrounds the seeds. The fig tree's latex is used for medicinal purposes, and the wood is valued for its durability and resistance to termites. This illustration is part of the John Fleming Collection, held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. Dr. John Fleming (1816-1882) was a renowned botanist and surgeon who dedicated his career to the study of Indian plants. He made significant contributions to the scientific community by documenting various plant species, many of which were new to science at the time. This illustration, created in the 19th century, is a testament to Dr. Fleming's dedication and passion for botanical exploration.
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