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Sensitive plant, Mimosa pudica
Sensitive plant, Mimosa pudica. 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 Linnaean Mimosa Orders Pudica Sensitive System
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Sensitive Plant, Mimosa pudica, a fascinating and delicate botanical subject. The illustration is 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. Duppa's meticulous illustration captures the intricate details of the Mimosa pudica's leaves, which are renowned for their unique sensitivity to touch. The delicate plant is shown in its entirety, with its slender stem adorned with bipinnate leaves, and its tiny, yellow flowers nestled among the foliage. The delicate tendrils, which coil around nearby objects when the plant is touched, are also clearly visible. The hand-coloring adds an extra layer of beauty to the engraving, bringing the vibrant hues of the plant to life. Duppa's work was a significant contribution to the field of botanical illustration, and this image of the Sensitive Plant remains a captivating testament to the artistry and scientific precision of the time.
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