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Nymphaea rubra, Indian red water lily
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Nymphaea rubra, Indian red water lily
Drawing by Arthur Harry Church, 1907. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Plate 132
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Arthur Harry Church Liliaceae Liliales Lily Monocot Monocotyledon Nymphaea Nymphaeaceae Nymphaeales Waterlily Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This stunning Victorian-era illustration showcases the exquisite Indian Red Water Lily, Nymphaea rubra, as depicted in a drawing by Arthur Harry Church in 1907. The illustration is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, and is a testament to the intricate detail and beauty of this remarkable aquatic plant. Nymphaea rubra, also known as the Indian pink water lily, is a member of the Nymphaeaceae family, which is part of the larger monocotyledonous order of flowering plants called monocots. This particular water lily is native to the Indian subcontinent and is renowned for its vibrant, crimson-red flowers that bloom atop the water's surface. The illustration provides a captivating glimpse into the botanical world of the late 19th century, a time when the study of plants was a source of great fascination and exploration. Church's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate veining of the leaves, the delicate petals of the flower, and the subtle variations in color and texture. As a member of the Angiospermae, or flowering plants, Nymphaea rubra is an essential component of the Magnoliophyta, or flowering plant division. It is also part of the larger Nymphaeales order, which includes other notable water lilies such as Nymphaea lotus and Nymphaea stellata. This illustration serves as a reminder of the rich botanical heritage that exists within the pages of historical records and museum collections, and the continued importance of preserving and studying the natural world around us.
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