Curtis's botanical magazine, London, New York, botany, periodicals, pictorial works, Matilda Smith, Calliandra portoricensis, Zapoteca portoricensis, Mexico, Central America, Curtis, flowers, David Prain, Women in Science, Matilda Smith, This illustration showcases a botanical study of a plant featuring large, round inflorescences that resemble pom-poms, adorned with numerous tiny flower clusters. The plant exhibits feathery, compound leaves with a delicate arrangement of leaflets. Below the prominent blooms, a detailed depiction of a single leaf is provided, highlighting its structure and texture. The overall composition emphasizes the intricate details of the plant's features, illustrating the beauty and complexity of botanical forms.
Curtis's botanical magazine, London, New York, botany, periodicals, pictorial works, Matilda Smith, Calliandra portoricensis, Zapoteca portoricensis, Mexico, Central America, Curtis, flowers, David Prain, Women in Science, Matilda Smith, This illustration showcases a botanical study of a plant featuring large, round inflorescences that resemble pom-poms, adorned with numerous tiny flower clusters. The plant exhibits feathery, compound leaves with a delicate arrangement of leaflets. Below the prominent blooms, a detailed depiction of a single leaf is provided, highlighting its structure and texture. The overall composition emphasizes the intricate details of the plant's features, illustrating the beauty and complexity of botanical forms.