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Common bird s-foot trefoil, Lotus corniculatus
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Common bird s-foot trefoil, Lotus corniculatus
Common bird s-foot trefoil, Lotus corniculatus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London, 1816
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Classes Common Duppa Linnaean Lotus Orders System Trefoil Birds Foot Corniculatus
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Common Bird's-foot Trefoil, Lotus corniculatus, is a vibrant and intricately beautiful legume that graces meadows and grasslands with its charming presence. This exquisite botanical specimen is depicted in this hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by the skilled hand of Richard Duppa for his seminal work, "The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany," published in London by Longman, Hurst in 1816. The Common Bird's-foot Trefoil derives its name from the distinctive three-lobed leaves that resemble the footprints of birds, with each lobe bearing a tiny tooth-like projection. The plant is a prolific bloomer, producing clusters of tiny, yellow pea-like flowers atop slender stems. These flowers attract various pollinators, including bees and butterflies, ensuring the plant's continued propagation. The meticulous detail in this engraving showcases the delicate veining on the leaves, the intricate structures of the flowers, and the delicate tendrils that cling to surrounding vegetation. The hand-coloring adds an additional layer of depth and richness to the image, bringing the Common Bird's-foot Trefoil to life in a way that a black-and-white illustration could not. As a member of the Fabaceae family, the Common Bird's-foot Trefoil plays an essential role in nitrogen fixation, enriching the soil and contributing to the health and vitality of its ecosystem. This charming and valuable plant is a testament to the beauty and intricacy of the natural world, as captured by the skilled hand of Richard Duppa in this stunning botanical engraving.
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