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Zinnia peruviana, Peruvian zinnia
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Zinnia peruviana, Peruvian zinnia
Sketch 180 from the Ehret Collection of Sketches (unbound) by Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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18th Century Asteraceae Asterales Asterid Compositae Ehret Eudicot Georg Dionysius Georg Dionysius Ehret Peruvian Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Zinnia
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This exquisite sketch, numbered 180 in the Ehret Collection of Sketches, showcases the captivating beauty of Zinnia peruviana, commonly known as the Peruvian zinnia. Dated back to the 18th century, this illustration was meticulously created by the renowned German botanical artist, Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770). The sketch is currently housed in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. The Peruvian zinnia, a member of the Asteraceae or Compositae family, is a flowering plant native to South America. This eudicot, angiosperm, and magnoliophyte is characterized by its distinctive red blooms, arranged in a composite inflorescence. The plant belongs to the asterales order, asterid clade, and the family Asteraceae. Ehret's sketch masterfully captures the intricate details of the Peruvian zinnia's flower, revealing its complex structure. The petals are elegantly depicted, each with a slight curl and a distinct veining pattern. The central disc flowers, encircled by the ray flowers, are also shown in impressive detail. The delicate filaments and anthers, as well as the intricately designed stigma, are all present in this remarkable drawing. The Peruvian zinnia's vibrant red color and unique flower structure have made it a favorite among botanical artists and collectors throughout history. Ehret's sketch serves as an invaluable record of this beautiful plant, providing us with a glimpse into the natural world as it was understood during the 18th century. The Ehret Collection of Sketches, with its wealth of botanical treasures, continues to be an essential resource for researchers, historians, and anyone with an appreciation for the natural world.
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