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Pyrus sp. apple (Sykehouse Apple)
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Pyrus sp. apple (Sykehouse Apple)
Plate 40 from Pomona Londinensis (1818) by William Hooker. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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1779 1832 Apple Edible Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Hooker Malus Pear Pomona Londinensis Pyrus Rosaceae Rosales Rosid Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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Plate 40 from Pomona Londinensis, an exquisite illustration of the Sykehouse Apple (Pyrus sp.), a variety of the common apple (Malus domestica), is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. This masterpiece was created by the renowned botanist and illustrator, Sir William Hooker, in the early 19th century, between the years 1779 and 1832. The Sykehouse Apple, also known as the Sykehouse Pyrus, is a beautiful example of the Rosaceae family, specifically the subfamily Rosoideae and the genus Pyrus. The apple in this illustration is depicted in its full glory, with its vibrant red and green skin adorned with intricate veining, and its luscious, juicy flesh nestled within a delicate, blossoming calyx. The apple tree, a member of the angiosperms, dicotyledons, eudicots, and magnoliophytes, is a flowering plant that produces edible fruit. The apple's botanical name, Malus domestica, derives from the Latin words for "apple" and "domesticated," reflecting its long history of cultivation and human consumption. The Sykehouse Apple is a testament to the intricacy and beauty of nature, and this illustration serves as a reminder of the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world. The illustration's meticulous attention to detail and the use of naturalistic colors make it a stunning addition to any botanical collection. The Sykehouse Apple, with its rich history and exquisite appearance, continues to captivate and inspire, offering a glimpse into the natural world of the past and the beauty of the present.
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