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Cephalotus follicularis, Australian pitcher plant
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Cephalotus follicularis, Australian pitcher plant
Plate 42 from Botanical Drawings from Australia (1801) by Ferdinand L Bauer (1760-1826)
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18th Century Australasia Australian Bauer Botanical Illustration Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Ferdinand Lucas Bauer Insectivorous Oxalidales Pitcher Pitcher Plant Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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Plate 42 from Botanical Drawings from Australia (1801) by Ferdinand L. Bauer presents a captivating illustration of the Australian pitcher plant, Cephalotus follicularis. This exquisite drawing showcases the unique morphology of this insectivorous plant, native to the south-eastern coastal regions of Australia. Bauer, an accomplished Austrian botanical artist, meticulously captured the intricacies of the Cephalotus follicularis, highlighting its distinctive pitcher-shaped leaves and vibrant, tubular flowers. The plant's leaves function as traps, filled with a digestive liquid that attracts and immobilizes insects, which are then broken down and absorbed as nutrients. This drawing is a testament to the rich botanical discoveries made during the 18th century, a time when European explorers and naturalists were documenting the diverse flora of newly discovered lands, including Australia. The Cephalotus follicularis is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant, belonging to the Eudicot clade, specifically the Fabidae family and the Oxalidales order. The botanical illustration also reveals the plant's bud and flower in detail, revealing the intricate structures that make up the reproductive organs of this fascinating plant. The Cephalotus follicularis, also known as the Australian pitcher plant or the rainforest pitcher plant, is a must-see for any botanical enthusiast or art lover, offering a glimpse into the natural wonders of the past and the beauty of the plant kingdom.
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