Crassula perfoliata L. (Sekelblaarplakkie) Possibly 1777 - 1786

This botanical illustration, "Crassula perfoliata L. (Sekelblaarplakkie)" by Robert Jacob Gordon, showcases a detailed depiction of a succulent plant native to South Africa. Created sometime between 1777 and 1786, the artwork portrays the plant's fleshy leaves and delicate red flowers with meticulous precision. Gordon, a skilled artist and explorer, captured the plant's unique characteristics with a keen eye for detail, furthering the understanding and appreciation of South African flora in the late 18th century.