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Telegraph plant, Codariocalyx motorius
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Telegraph plant, Codariocalyx motorius
Telegraph plant, Codariocalyx motorius (Sensitive hedysarum, Hedysarum gyrans). 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 Hedysarum Linnaean Orders Semaphore Sensitive System Telegraph
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Telegraph Plant, Codariocalyx motorius, also known as the Sensitive Hedysarum or Gyrans Hedysarum. The image is based on an illustration by the renowned botanical artist Richard Duppa, as featured in his seminal work, "The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany," published by Longman, Hurst, in London in 1816. The Telegraph Plant is a fascinating and intriguing species, renowned for its unique ability to respond to touch and other external stimuli. Its delicate, feathery branches are covered in sensitive nodules, which curl and twist in response to the slightest touch, creating an almost semaphore-like movement. This behavior earned the plant its common name, as early naturalists believed it could transmit messages through its movements. The Telegraph Plant is a member of the Fabaceae or pea family, and it is native to the Mediterranean region. The botanical name, Codariocalyx motorius, reflects its distinctive features, with "Codariocalyx" derived from the Greek words for "sheath" and "calyx," referring to the protective sheaths surrounding the plant's flowers, and "motorius" meaning "moving." This beautiful and intricately detailed engraving not only showcases the Telegraph Plant's unique characteristics but also highlights the exceptional artistry of Richard Duppa and the technical prowess of the copperplate engraving process. The hand-coloring adds an additional layer of depth and vibrancy, making this a truly captivating work of botanical art.
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