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Stylidium scandens, climbing trigger plant
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Stylidium scandens, climbing trigger plant
Plate 82 from Botanical Drawings from Australia (1801) by Ferdinand L Bauer (1760-1826)
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18th Century Asterales Asterid Australasia Australian Bauer Botanical Illustration Climbing Eudicot Ferdinand Lucas Bauer Stylidium Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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Plate 82 from Botanical Drawings from Australia, featuring the captivating Stylidium scandens, or Climbing Trigger Plant, is an exquisite example of the intricate beauty and diversity of the Australian flora. Drawn by the renowned botanical artist Ferdinand L. Bauer in the early 19th century, this illustration showcases the delicate pink flowers of this unique plant, which belongs to the family Stylidaceae, order Asterales, and class Magnoliophyta. The Climbing Trigger Plant is a native to Australasia and is characterized by its slender, climbing stems and distinctive, trigger-like structures on the surface of its leaves. These structures are covered in tiny hairs that can detect the slightest touch, releasing a sticky substance to capture insects for pollination. This botanical illustration, created in the 18th century, is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of Ferdinand Bauer. The delicate pink petals, intricate veining, and precise shading all contribute to the lifelike quality of the drawing. As a member of the angiosperms, dicotyledons, and eudicots, the Climbing Trigger Plant is an essential part of the flowering plant kingdom. Its unique adaptations and beautiful flowers continue to fascinate botanists and artists alike, making this illustration a valuable addition to any botanical collection.
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