Sea knotgrass, Polygonum maritimum
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Sea knotgrass, Polygonum maritimum
Plate 203, illustration of Sea knotgrass from Icones Florae Germanicae et Helveticae, vol 24 (1905) by Heinrich Gottlieb Ludwig Reichenbach (1793-1879). Date: 1905
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Caryophyllales Eudicot Icones Maritimum Polygonum Reichenbach Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Knotgrass Magnoliophyta Polygonaceae
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This illustration showcases Sea Knotgrass, Polygonum maritimum, as depicted in Plate 203 of Icones Florae Germanicae et Helveticae, Volume 24 (1905). The Sea Knotgrass is a small, prostrate or ascending angiosperm belonging to the Caryophyllales order, specifically the Polygonaceae family. As a dicotyledon and eudicot, it is part of the Magnoliophyta division, which includes all flowering plants. Heinrich Gottlieb Ludwig Reichenbach, a renowned botanist born in 1793, created this exquisite work during the Victorian era in the late 19th century. Reichenbach's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the illustration, which highlights the Sea Knotgrass's delicate, elongated stems adorned with tiny, oval leaves and its minuscule, greenish-white flowers. The Sea Knotgrass is a common coastal plant, thriving in the intertidal zone and rocky shores of the North Atlantic and North Sea. This illustration is a testament to the rich history of botanical exploration and documentation, providing valuable insights into the natural world during the 19th century. The intricate details and vibrant colors captured in Reichenbach's work continue to captivate and inspire botanists, naturalists, and enthusiasts alike, offering a glimpse into the past and the wonders of the plant kingdom.
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