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Narcissus tazetta, tazetta daffodil
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Narcissus tazetta, tazetta daffodil
Painting by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840), from his publication Choix des plus belles fleurs (The Most Beautiful Flowers), c. 1827-33. Illustration entitled Narcisse a plusieurs fleurs
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Amaryllidaceae Asparagales Choix Des Plus Belles Fleurs Daffodil Flora Monocot Monocotyledon Narcissus Pierre Joseph Redouté Redoute Tazetta The Most Beautiful Flowers Angiospermae Magnoliophyta Narcissus Tazetta
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This stunning botanical illustration, titled "Narcisse a plusieurs fleurs" (Narcissus with Several Flowers), is a masterpiece by the renowned Belgian artist Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840). Created between 1827 and 133 as part of his publication "Choix des plus belles fleurs" (The Most Beautiful Flowers), this illustration showcases the captivating beauty of the Narcissus tazetta, also known as the Tazetta daffodil. The Narcissus tazetta is a bulbous perennial plant belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family, specifically the subfamily Amaryllidoideae and the tribe Narcissinae. This monocotyledonous flowering plant is characterized by its long, yellow, bell-shaped flowers with a distinctive central cup. The plant's common name, daffodil, comes from the Welsh term "dafodil," meaning "apple of spring." Redoute's illustration captures the intricate details of the Narcissus tazetta's flowers, from the delicate petals to the intricately patterned central cup. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the image, making the flowers appear almost lifelike. As a member of the order Asparagales and the class Magnoliopsida, the Narcissus tazetta is an angiosperm, meaning it produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. The plant's scientific name, Narcissus tazetta, reflects its taxonomic classification. This illustration is a testament to Redoute's exceptional skill as a botanical artist and his dedication to accurately depicting the natural world. The intricacy and detail of his work continue to captivate viewers and inspire appreciation for the beauty of the natural world.
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