Musa coccinea, scarlet banana
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Musa coccinea, scarlet banana
Plate 913 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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Banana Bright Commelinid Flowering John Reeves Monocot Monocotyledon Musa Reeves Scarlet Zingiberales Angiospermae Magnoliophyta Musaceae
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Plate 913 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings at the Natural History Museum, London, showcases the vibrant and exotic beauty of Musa coccinea, commonly known as the scarlet banana or red torch banana. This stunning illustration, created in the nineteenth century, provides a captivating glimpse into the rich botanical discoveries of the time. John Reeves (1774-1856), a British botanical artist and collector, produced this exquisite work during his tenure in Canton, China. The illustration highlights the intricate details of the Musa coccinea, from its large, glossy leaves to its brilliant scarlet inflorescence. The plant, belonging to the Musaceae family and the monocot order Zingiberales, is a commelinid and an angiosperm, characterized by its seed-bearing ovary and its monocotyledonous seed. The scarlet banana is an essential component of tropical gardens worldwide, renowned for its eye-catching, fiery red bracts that encircle the flower spike. The bright, torch-like inflorescence attracts pollinators, ensuring the plant's continued growth and propagation. The anatomy of the flowering plant is intricately detailed in this illustration, revealing the complex structures that enable its reproductive success. As a significant addition to the botanical knowledge of the 19th century, this illustration of Musa coccinea is a testament to the curiosity and exploration that characterized the era. The Natural History Museum's Botany Library houses an extensive collection of such botanical treasures, providing valuable insights into the natural world and the rich history of botanical discovery.
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