Isopogon anethifolius, narrow leaf drumstick
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Isopogon anethifolius, narrow leaf drumstick
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outine drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771
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18th Century Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Drumstick Eudicot Eudicotinae Fred Polydore Fred Polydore Nodder Narrow Nodder Proteaceae Proteales Sydney Parkinson Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts the Narrow Leaf Drumstick, Isopogon anethifolius, a flowering plant belonging to the Proteaceae family. The artwork was created by the renowned botanical illustrator Fred Polydore Nodder in the late 18th century, based on an original outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson during Captain James Cook's first voyage across the Pacific Ocean from 1768 to 1771. Captain Cook's expedition was a groundbreaking journey of discovery, and Sydney Parkinson, as the expedition's botanical draughtsman, made meticulous observations and drawings of the various flora and fauna encountered in the Pacific Islands. Nodder, a skilled botanical artist, later used these original outlines to create finished watercolors, showcasing the intricate details and vibrant colors of the plants. Isopogon anethifolius is an angiosperm, a type of seed-producing flowering plant, and more specifically, an eudicot, a subgroup of dicotyledonous plants. The Narrow Leaf Drumstick is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and distinctive, cylindrical flower spikes. The plant is native to Australia and New Caledonia and is a member of the Proteales order, which includes the Proteaceae family. This beautiful watercolor painting not only serves as a testament to the rich botanical discoveries made during Captain Cook's voyage but also showcases the exquisite artistry of Sydney Parkinson and Fred Polydore Nodder. The intricate details of the plant's leaves, flowers, and stems are rendered with remarkable accuracy and attention to detail, making this a valuable addition to any botanical collection.
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