Prunus armenicaca, apricot
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Prunus armenicaca, apricot
Illustration from Pomona Italiana volume 2 1817-39, by Count Giorgio Gallesio (1772-1839). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Illustration entitled Albicocca di Germania
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1772 1839 Amygdaleae Amygdaloideae Apricot Count Edible Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Gallesio Giorgio Giorgio Count Gallesio Juicy Prunus Rosaceae Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Pomona Italiana Prunus Armeniaca
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This exquisite illustration of Prunus armeniaca, or the apricot tree, is taken from the esteemed horticultural publication "Pomona Italiana" volumes 2-39, published between 1817 and 1839 by Count Giorgio Gallesio. Held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, this illustration, entitled "Albicocca di Germania," showcases the beauty and intricacy of the apricot, a member of the Rosaceae family, and more specifically the subfamilies Fabidae, Amygdaleae, and Amygdaloideae. The apricot is an edible fruit that belongs to the order of Eudicots, Angiosperms, and Magnoliophyta, and is characterized by its juicy, succulent nature. In this illustration, we can observe the tree in full bloom, with its delicate, pinkish-white flowers adorning the branches. The leaves are depicted as ovate, with serrated edges, and the fruit is shown as an oval, orange-hued drupe. Count Giorgio Gallesio, an Italian botanist and illustrator, meticulously captured the essence of the apricot tree in this illustration. His attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the veins on the leaves, the texture of the bark, and the intricate patterns of the flowers. This illustration not only serves as a testament to Gallesio's artistic abilities but also to the beauty and importance of the natural world. The apricot tree, with its rich history and cultural significance, continues to be a source of inspiration and delight for botanists, horticulturists, and fruit enthusiasts alike.
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