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Camellia with butterflies
Plate 21 (mounted plates) from the John Reeves Collection of Entomological drawings from Canton, China
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Plate 21 from the John Reeves Collection of Entomological Drawings from Canton, China, showcases a captivating scene of a Camellia plant in full bloom, surrounded by a mesmerizing array of butterflies. This exquisite illustration, created in the late 18th or early 19th century, offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of China during the Qing Dynasty. The Camellia plant, a member of the Ericaceae family and the order Ericales, is an angiosperm, or flowering plant, native to Asia. The plant's elegant, glossy leaves and vibrant, often red, flowers have made it a popular ornamental plant in many parts of the world. The butterflies gracing the Camellia in this illustration belong to the order Lepidoptera, a group of insects characterized by their winged adults. The diversity of butterflies depicted in Plate 21 is a testament to the incredible variety of Lepidoptera found in China. Some of the butterflies can be identified as members of the Asterid clade, a large assemblage of flowering plants, and the Camellieae tribe, which includes the Camellia plant. The intricate details in this drawing reveal the meticulous work of the entomological artist, John Reeves, who captured the delicate forms and patterns of both the Camellia and the butterflies with remarkable accuracy. The interplay of color, form, and texture in this illustration highlights the beauty and complexity of the natural world, offering a window into the past and a reminder of the importance of preserving biodiversity for future generations.
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