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Orange nodding-head or mountain dahlia, Liparia
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Orange nodding-head or mountain dahlia, Liparia
Orange nodding-head or mountain dahlia, Liparia splendens, vulnerable. (Ruscus-leaved liparia, Liparia sphaerica). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S. Nevitt after a botanical illustration by Mills from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslows The Botanist, London, 1836
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This beautiful hand-coloured copperplate engraving depicts the Orange Nodding-head or Mountain Dahlia, Liparia splendens, a vulnerable plant species native to the fynbos regions of South Africa. The intricate detail of the engraving showcases the vibrant orange flowers, which hang downwards in nodding heads, giving the plant its common name. The Ruscus-leaved Liparia, Liparia sphaerica, is also depicted in this illustration, distinguished by its spherical, green and white flowers. The Orange Nodding-head Dahlia is a precious member of the dahlia family, and is endemic to the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces of South Africa. It is a small shrub, growing up to 30 cm tall, with narrow, lanceolate leaves. The plant is adapted to the unique fynbos ecosystem, characterized by its high biodiversity and fire-prone vegetation. This botanical illustration was created by Mills, and the engraving was executed by S. Nevitt for Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow's publication, "The Botanist," published in London in 1836. The Victorian-era publication showcases the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time, making it an invaluable resource for botanical research and appreciation. The Orange Nodding-head Dahlia is a rare and beautiful plant, and its vulnerability highlights the importance of conserving and protecting the unique biodiversity of the fynbos regions of South Africa. This engraving serves as a reminder of the natural beauty and fragility of the natural world, and the importance of preserving it for future generations.
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