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Sea pea, Lathyrus japonicus subsp. maritimus
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Sea pea, Lathyrus japonicus subsp. maritimus
Sea pea, Lathyrus japonicus subsp. maritimus (Pisum maritimum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London, 1816
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Classes Duppa Japonicus Lathyrus Linnaean Maritimum Maritimus Orders Pisum Subsp System
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the charming Sea Pea, Lathyrus japonicus subsp. maritimus, also known as Pisum maritimum. The intricate detail of the illustration, taken from Richard Duppa's seminal work, "The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany," published in London by Longman, Hurst, in 1816, captures the delicate beauty of this unique plant. The Sea Pea is a subspecies of the common pea, Lathyrus japonicus, and is native to the coastal regions of the North Atlantic and the Mediterranean. This plant is distinguished by its distinctive pink or purple pea flowers, which bloom in clusters and are adapted to withstand the salty, maritime environment. The Sea Pea's leaves are also unique, with a pinnate shape and a silvery-gray hue that helps the plant retain moisture in its coastal habitat. The illustration, produced using the copperplate engraving technique, showcases the meticulous attention to detail that was characteristic of botanical illustrations of the time. The intricate veining on the leaves, the delicate petals of the flowers, and the precise shading all contribute to a stunning representation of this fascinating plant. Richard Duppa was a renowned botanical artist and illustrator, whose work was instrumental in advancing the understanding of the Linnaean system of botanical classification. This engraving is a testament to his skill and dedication to accurately documenting the natural world. The Sea Pea, with its unique adaptation to the coastal environment, is a testament to the incredible diversity of the plant kingdom and the importance of preserving and documenting it for future generations.
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