Tacca leontopetaloides, Indian arrowroot
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Tacca leontopetaloides, Indian arrowroot
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Chaitaea tacca
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18th Century Arrowroot Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Endeavour First Monocot Monocotyledon Pacific Sydney Parkinson Tacca Voyage Angiospermae Dioscoreaceae Dioscoreales Magnoliophyta
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts Tacca leontopetaloides, also known as Indian arrowroot or Chaitaea tacca, an intriguing angiosperm belonging to the monocotyledon family Dioscoreaceae. The illustration was created during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage across the Pacific Ocean, between 1768 and 1771. The voyage aboard the HMS Endeavour brought Cook and his crew to new territories, expanding European knowledge of the natural world. Sydney Parkinson, an accomplished artist, created this finished watercolor during the expedition. He meticulously captured the unique features of the Tacca leontopetaloides, including its large, hooded, and distinctive white flowers, which resemble a lion's face, hence the species name leontopetaloides. The plant's tuberous roots were an essential food source for many indigenous communities in the Pacific, making it an important discovery for Cook and his crew. This artwork is a testament to the rich botanical discoveries made during the Age of Exploration. The Tacca leontopetaloides is an essential member of the monocot order Angiospermae, which includes a vast array of flowering plants. The painting is annotated with the botanical name Chaitaea tacca, reflecting the evolving understanding of plant taxonomy during that time. As a beautiful and significant piece of botanical art from the 18th century, this watercolor painting continues to inspire curiosity and appreciation for the natural world. It serves as a reminder of the incredible discoveries made during Captain Cook's Pacific voyage and the essential role that botanical illustrations play in documenting and understanding the natural world.
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