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Lens esculenta, lentil
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Lens esculenta, lentil
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Edible Eudicot Eurosid Fabaceae Fabales Fabidae Harvest Legume Leguminosae Lens Rosid Seed Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Lentil Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite illustration showcases the beautiful flowers and seeds of Lens esculenta, commonly known as the lentil. Hailing from the Fabaceae, or legume, family, lentils are a type of edible legume and an essential source of plant-based protein for people around the world. The illustration, taken from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum in London, provides a fascinating glimpse into the botanical details of this important food crop. The lentil plant is a flowering plant belonging to the order Fabales, and more specifically, the family Fabaceae, subfamily Faboideae, tribe Fabideae, and genus Lens. The illustration captures the intricate details of the lentil flower, which is characterized by its small, white to pinkish-purple petals, and yellow anthers. The plant produces these flowers in racemes, which are elongated clusters of flowers arranged on a common stem. The seeds, which are the edible part of the lentil plant, are also depicted in the illustration. They are small, round, and brown or green in color, and are enclosed in a pod. Lentils are rich in essential nutrients, including protein, iron, and folate, making them an important component of a healthy and balanced diet. They are also easy to cook and can be prepared in a variety of ways, making them a versatile and popular food choice. This illustration provides a captivating window into the botanical world of the lentil, showcasing its beauty and importance as both a flowering plant and a valuable food source.
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