Helichrysum bracteatum, strawflower
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Helichrysum bracteatum, strawflower
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 Asteraceae Asterales Asterid Captain Cook Captain James Cook Compositae Cook Eudicot Fred Polydore Fred Polydore Nodder Helichrysum Nodder Sydney Parkinson Voyage Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Strawflower
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This exquisite watercolour painting depicts Helichrysum bracteatum, commonly known as the strawflower, as rendered by the skilled hand of Fred Polydore Nodder in the late 18th century. The illustration was originally outlined by Sydney Parkinson during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage across the Pacific Ocean, between 1768 and 1771. Captain Cook's voyage marked a significant milestone in the exploration and documentation of the natural world. Parkinson, an accomplished artist, accompanied Cook on his journey and meticulously recorded the diverse flora and fauna they encountered. Upon their return to Europe, these observations were used as the basis for numerous scientific illustrations, including this stunning watercolour of Helichrysum bracteatum. Helichrysum bracteatum is a member of the Asteraceae, or composite, family, and is native to the Mediterranean region. The plant is characterized by its bright yellow, daisy-like flowers, which bloom in dense, spherical clusters. As an angiosperm, dicot, and eudicot, Helichrysum bracteatum is part of the Magnoliophyta division, which includes flowering plants. Fred Polydore Nodder, a renowned botanical artist of the time, expertly captured the intricacies of the strawflower's form and colouration in this finished watercolour. The painting showcases the delicate details of the flower's petals, as well as the intricate structure of its central disc. The result is a captivating representation of this beautiful and historically significant plant.
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