Auricula sp. primrose
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Auricula sp. primrose
Page 53 from Flora Exotica (1720) by Johanne Godfredo Simula. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Asterid Auricula Ericales Eudicot Flora Exotica Flowering Johann Gottfried Johann Gottfried Simula Primrose Primula Primulaceae Simula Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Mountain Cowslip Primula Auricula
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This exquisite illustration on Page 53 of Flora Exotica, published in 1720 by Johanne Godfredo Simula, showcases the stunning beauty of an Auricula sp. primrose (Primula auricula). Held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, this rare and intricately detailed painting offers a glimpse into the world of primroses, a beloved group of flowering plants within the Primulaceae family. The Auricula primrose, also known as the Alpine primrose or mountain cowslip, is a small, herbaceous perennial native to the European Alps. This eudicot, angiosperm, and member of the Magnoliophyta division, is characterized by its distinctive, velvety, and often brightly colored flowers. The illustration captures the vibrant orange hue of this particular bloom, with its five petals arranged in a perfect symmetry, each adorned with intricate veining and a distinct, darker orange blotch at the base. As an asterid within the Ericales order, the Auricula primrose shares a close relationship with other flowering plants such as heaths, azaleas, and rhododendrons. The botanical accuracy and artistic mastery displayed in this illustration serve as a testament to Simula's expertise and dedication to the study of botany during the early modern period. Today, the Auricula primrose remains a cherished ornamental plant, with numerous cultivars and hybrids bred for their unique and captivating flower colors. This illustration not only stands as a historical record of this beautiful plant but also as an enduring work of art that continues to inspire and captivate botanists, artists, and nature enthusiasts alike.
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