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Browns stylewort, Stylidium brunonianum
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Browns stylewort, Stylidium brunonianum
Browns stylewort, Stylidium brunonianum. Species of triggerplant from Swan River, Australia. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, London, Ridgeway, 1842
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the captivating beauty of Browns Stylewort, Stylidium brunonianum, a remarkable triggerplant native to the Swan River region of Western Australia. The illustration was produced by the skilled hand of Miss Sarah Drake and masterfully engraved by George Barclay for the Edwards Botanical Register, edited by the esteemed botanist John Lindley. The delicate female flower of Browns Stylewort is depicted in all its glory, with its distinctive bell-shaped structure and intricate trigger hairs that cover the surface. These hairs are designed to stimulate pollination by insects, making this plant a prime example of the intricate relationship between flora and fauna in the natural world. The botanical illustration was produced during the mid-19th century, a time when the study and documentation of new plant discoveries was a major scientific pursuit. The meticulous attention to detail and artistry displayed in this engraving is a testament to the dedication and passion of the botanical community during this period. The Browns Stylewort was first discovered by the botanist Robert Brown in 1830, and its discovery added to the growing body of knowledge about the unique flora of Western Australia. This beautiful and intriguing plant continues to captivate scientists, horticulturists, and nature enthusiasts alike, and remains an important part of the botanical record.
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