Prunus domestica - Primeiro
1908
Long before smartphones could snap a photo of your lunch, the USDA relied on artists like Elsie E. Lower to document fruit varieties. This 1908 illustration captures the 'Frost Plum' from Kaufman, Texas, with scientific precision, showing both the vibrant red exterior and the detailed pit inside. The handwritten notes at the bottom serve as a botanical timestamp, preserving agricultural history in vivid color. It’s a beautiful reminder that science once required a steady hand and a fine brush.
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