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Uvaria odorata, ylang-ylang tree
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Uvaria odorata, ylang-ylang tree
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Annonaceae Magnoliales Magnoliid Magnoliidae Seed Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Ylang Ylang
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1. Title: Uvaria odorata, the Enchanting Ylang-Ylang Tree: A Botanical Marvel from the Annonaceae Family 2.. This exquisite illustration showcases the captivating beauty of Uvaria odorata, popularly known as the ylang-ylang tree. Belonging to the Annonaceae family, this tropical evergreen tree is a member of the magnoliids, an essential group of flowering plants within the Magnoliophyta division. The ylang-ylang tree is a dicot, characterized by its two seed leaves (cotyledons) and the presence of flowers, making it an angiosperm. Its name, derived from the Tagalog word "ilang-ilang," translates to "wild ilang-ilang," reflecting its native origin in the Philippines and other parts of Southeast Asia. Uvaria odorata is renowned for its alluring, fragrant flowers, which are long-lasting and evoke an intoxicating aroma. These flowers are a key ingredient in perfumes, essential oils, and cosmetics, making the ylang-ylang tree an economically valuable plant. However, this illustration highlights the botanical significance of the tree, focusing on its anatomical structure and intricate details. The tree's leaves are simple, alternately arranged, and can grow up to 15 cm long. Its flowers are large, waxy, and borne in panicles. The tree bears a fleshy, round fruit called a drupe, which contains a single seed. The ylang-ylang tree's seeds are dispersed through the digestive processes of birds and other animals, ensuring its continued growth and propagation. This illustration, taken from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum in London, serves as a testament to the rich history of botanical art and the importance of documenting the natural world. The ylang-ylang tree's captivating beauty and botanical significance make it a fascinating subject for study and appreciation.
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