Fritillaria imperialis, crown imperial
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Fritillaria imperialis, crown imperial
An illustration by Johann Christoph Keller, 1757. Original artwork from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Arthropod Arthropoda Brush Footed Butterfly Butterflies Butterfly Flowering Four Footed Butterfly Fritillaria Fritillary Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Angiospermae Crown Imperial Fritillaria Imperialis
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This exquisite illustration by Johann Christoph Keller, created in 1757, showcases the stunning beauty of Fritillaria imperialis, also known as the Crown Imperial or Crown Imperial Lily. The botanical masterpiece is part of the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum in London. Fritillaria imperialis is a rare and magnificent flowering plant, native to the mountainous regions of Central Asia. The plant's name derives from the Latin word "fritillus," meaning a dice box, due to the checkered pattern on the surface of its bulb. The plant's large, vibrant red and orange flowers resemble a regal crown, hence the common name "Crown Imperial." The illustration captures the essence of the plant in all its splendor, with intricate details of its petals, leaves, and stem. But it is not just the plant that steals the show in this illustration. Keller masterfully depicts the various insects and arthropods that are attracted to the plant, including several species of butterflies. The butterflies in this illustration belong to the order Lepidoptera, specifically the Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae) and the Four-footed Butterflies (Hesperiidae). The Brush-footed Butterflies, also known as the Nymphalids, are characterized by their large, flat feet that resemble brushes. The Four-footed Butterflies, on the other hand, have small, spiky pads on their feet that allow them to cling to various surfaces. The presence of these insects in the illustration highlights the important role that Fritillaria imperialis plays in the ecosystem. The plant provides a vital food source for these insects, particularly during their larval stage, and the illustration serves as a testament to the intricate relationships that exist between different species in the natural world.
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