Nova Genera et Species Plantarum, Antverpiae, Ex Officina Christophori Plantini, 1576, botany, classification, pictorial works, plants, scientific expeditions, South America, A botanical illustration depicting the Begonia pandura. The drawing showcases a detailed representation of the plants structure, including the leaves with a distinctive lobed shape, a slender stem, and a cluster of delicate flowers. At the bottom, various smaller sketches provide additional views and details of the flower's anatomy and other plant features. This artwork highlights the intricate beauty and complexity of the Begonia species, with attention to both its foliage and floral components.