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Downy wattle, Acacia pubescens (vulnerable)
Downy wattle, Acacia pubescens, vulnerable (Hairy-stemmed mimosa, Mimosa pubescens). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom Jr. after an illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, T. Curtis, London, 1810
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Acacia Curtis Downy Edwards Mimosa Pubescens Sansom Sydenham Vulnerable Wattle
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Downy Wattle, Acacia pubescens, a vulnerable plant species native to South Africa. The engraving, produced by F. Sansom Jr. after an illustration by Sydenham Edwards, was published in William Curtis's esteemed Botanical Magazine in 1810. The Downy Wattle, also known as the Hairy-stemmed Mimosa, is characterized by its dense, silvery-gray hairs covering the stems and young branches. These hairs provide protection against herbivores and help the plant conserve water in its natural habitat. The Downy Wattle is an important component of South Africa's biodiversity, providing food and shelter for various insects, birds, and mammals. However, this beautiful and historically significant plant is currently listed as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Threats to its population include habitat loss due to urbanization, agriculture, and mining activities. This engraving is a testament to the beauty and intricacy of the natural world, as well as the dedication of early botanists like William Curtis, Sydenham Edwards, and F. Sansom Jr. to documenting and preserving the world's plant species. The Downy Wattle remains an essential part of South Africa's rich biodiversity, and efforts continue to be made to protect and conserve this vulnerable plant for future generations.
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