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Manihot esculenta, cassava plant
Illustration from Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium (1705) by Maria Sybilla Merian
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This exquisite illustration is taken from "Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium," a seminal work by the renowned German naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. Created in the early 18th century, this masterpiece showcases the intricate relationship between the Cassava plant (Manihot esculenta), a member of the Euphorbiaceae family, and its accompanying insect fauna. The Cassava plant, depicted here in full bloom, is a flowering dicot, belonging to the order Eudicots and the subclass Rosids. Its large, vibrant flowers attract a diverse array of insects, which play a crucial role in the plant's pollination. The plant's tuberous roots are a staple food source for many communities around the world, providing essential nutrients and sustenance. In this illustration, Merian meticulously captures the intricacies of the Cassava plant's flowers, which are adorned with both male and female structures. The male flowers, with their elongated filaments and anthers, release pollen to be carried by the wind or insects to the female flowers. The female flowers, with their stigmas and ovules, await the arrival of pollen to initiate fruit development. Surrounding the Cassava plant are various insects, including members of the Fabidae family, such as the Anna Maria Sibylla Merian's namesake, the Longicorn Beetle (Cerambycidae). These insects play a vital role in the Cassava plant's ecosystem, serving as pollinators and decomposers. Merian's illustration is a testament to her extraordinary artistic talent and her groundbreaking contributions to the fields of botany and entomology. This image invites us to explore the intricate relationships between plants and insects and to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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