Papaver bracteatum, Oriental poppy (detail)
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Papaver bracteatum, Oriental poppy (detail)
Watercolour painting by John Lindley 1799-1865. Lindley was Professor of Botany at UCL (University College London) and the RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) library is named after him.. Detailed close-up of flower head
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Close Up Closeup Eudicot Eudicotinae Lindley Papaver Papaveraceae Poppy Ranunculales Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon John Lindley Magnoliophyta Oriental Poppy
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This exquisite watercolour painting depicts a detailed close-up of the flower head of Papaver bracteatum, commonly known as the Oriental poppy. The artwork is a masterpiece by the renowned nineteenth-century botanical illustrator, John Lindley (1799-1865). Lindley was a distinguished figure in the scientific community, serving as Professor of Botany at University College London and the Royal Horticultural Society. The intricately rendered Oriental poppy flower is a stunning example of the beauty and complexity of the Angiospermae, a class of flowering plants that includes dicotyledons, such as Papaver bracteatum. The flower's anatomy is on full display in this illustration, revealing the intricate structure of its eudicot petals, sepals, and stamens. The Ranunculales order, to which Papaver bracteatum belongs, is characterized by its distinctive flower morphology, with sepals that often resemble petals and a prominent nectar disk. The Oriental poppy is a member of the Papaveraceae family, which also includes the opium poppy and the breadseed poppy. This eudicot, with its large, showy flowers and attractive foliage, is a popular ornamental plant in gardens around the world. The close-up perspective of this illustration invites the viewer to appreciate the intricacies of the flower's structure and the delicate interplay of color and form. John Lindley's meticulous attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy make this watercolour painting an invaluable addition to any botanical collection. The RHS Library, which bears Lindley's name, is home to an extensive collection of his works and those of other renowned botanical illustrators. This illustration is a testament to Lindley's skill and the importance of botanical art in documenting the natural world.
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