Ipomoea mauritiana, giant potato
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Ipomoea mauritiana, giant potato
Plate 726 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Asterid Bind Weed Bindweed Canton Convolvulaceae Eudicot Giant Ipomoea John Reeves Morning Glory Potted Histories Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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Plate 726 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China, housed in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, showcases the striking beauty of Ipomoea mauritiana, also known as the giant potato or Chinese bindweed. This nineteenth century illustration, produced during the height of the botanical exploration era, offers a captivating glimpse into the rich biodiversity of Asia. John Reeves (1774-1853), a British merchant and botanical artist, created this meticulously detailed drawing of the plant, showcasing its intricate structure and vibrant colors. The plant, a member of the Convolvulaceae family, is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces enclosed seeds. As an eudicot, it belongs to the asterid clade, which is characterized by having two seed leaves, or cotyledons, when it germinates. Ipomoea mauritiana is native to Asia and is commonly known as the giant potato due to the large, tuberous roots it produces. These roots are edible and were once used as a food source in China. The plant is also known as bindweed, as its tendrils are capable of twining around other plants and structures for support. The illustration captures the plant in full bloom, with its large, funnel-shaped flowers unfurling in various stages. The flowers are typically white or pink, with purple veins, and are known to attract a variety of pollinators. The plant's leaves are heart-shaped and have a distinctive velvety texture. This botanical drawing is a testament to the remarkable discoveries made during the 19th century botanical exploration era, and serves as an important historical record of the natural world. The intricacies of the plant's structure and the vibrant colors of its flowers are beautifully captured in this exquisite illustration, making it a valuable addition to any botanical collection.
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