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Syncarpha vestita, Cape everlasting
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Syncarpha vestita, Cape everlasting
Watercolour No. 35 by Ralph Stennett, 1807. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Asteraceae Asterales Asterid Cape Compositae Eudicot Everlasting Potted Histories Ralph Ralph Stennett Stennett Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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1. Title: "Cape Everlasting (Syncarpha vestita): A Botanical Marvel from the Cape of Good Hope" This exquisite watercolour painting, titled "Cape Everlasting (Syncarpha vestita)" and dated 1807, is a testament to the natural beauty and intricacy of the botanical world. Created by the skilled hand of Ralph Stennett, this masterpiece is currently held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. The painting depicts the stunning Cape Everlasting (Syncarpha vestita), also known as Cape Snow or Edmondia sesamoides, a native flowering plant from the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. Belonging to the Asteraceae or Compositae family, this eudicotyledonous angiosperm is a member of the asterales order and the asterid clade. The Cape Everlasting is a small, shrubby plant that blooms with delicate, white flowers resembling snowflakes. The plant's common name derives from the appearance of its flowers, which seem to remain everlasting due to their persistent nature. The flowers are arranged in dense, spherical heads, with each flower bearing a distinctive, tubular structure at its base. Ralph Stennett's watercolour masterfully captures the essence of this botanical gem, showcasing its intricate details and delicate beauty. The painting reveals the intricacies of the Cape Everlasting's flowers, with their petals, stamens, and pistils rendered in precise detail. The artist's use of colour and shading adds depth and dimension to the painting, making it a captivating representation of this remarkable plant. As a valuable addition to the Botany Library's extensive collection, this watercolour painting by Ralph Stennett continues to inspire appreciation for the natural world and the intricate details of its botanical inhabitants. The Cape Everlasting, with its snow-like flowers and everlasting charm, remains a captivating subject for botanical enthusiasts and artists alike.
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