P A R T 1 : P L A N T S ( H O W G A U D I M A D E U S E O F P L A N T S I N H I S A R C H I T E C T U R E )

C O M P I L E D B Y T H E M A L T E S E S T U D E N T S ,

S T T H E R E S A G I R L S ’ S E C O N D A R Y , M R I E H E L

M S N S C E R R I

The Book of Nature

Research was done during Form 1 activity lessons, as part of an eTwinning project

Wrought iron fence with palm fronds at Parc Guell

Palm Tree

Palms are evergreen, mostly tropical plants in the family Palmae (also known as Arecaceae). There are over 2500 species of palms. Most Palm are tree-like, with single trunks and either fan shaped (palmate) or feather shaped (pinnate) compound leaves.

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Column at Parc Guell inspired by the trunk of the Palm Tree

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The palm tree was also used by Antoni Gaudi at Casa Vicens.

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The marigold was used by Gaudi to decorate the tiles at Casa Vicens

Marigold Calendula officinalis is widely cultivated and can be grown easily in sunny locations in most kinds of soils.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calendula_officinalis

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Fruit-inspired (oranges) spire tops at La Sagrada Familia

Orange Tree Orange trees have been the most cultivated tree fruit in the world since 1987. Orange trees are widely grown in tropical and subtropical climates for their sweet fruit. The fruit of the orange tree can be eaten fresh, or processed for its juice or fragrant peel.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orange_(fruit)

Fruit-inspired (strawberries) spire tops at La Sagrada Familia

Strawberries

It is cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The fruit is widely appreciated for its characteristic aroma, bright red color, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is consumed in large quantities, either fresh or in prepared foods such as preserves, fruit juice, pies, ice creams, milkshakes, and chocolates.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strawberries

Pinnacle with grapes at the Sagrada Familia

Grapes A grape is a fruiting berry of the deciduous woody vines of the botanical genus Vitis. Grapes can be eaten raw or they can be used for making wine, jam, juice, jelly, grape seed extract, raisins, vinegar, and grape seed oil. Grapes are a non-climacteric type of fruit, generally occurring in clusters.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grapes

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Watermelons used at the Sagrada Familgia

Watermelon

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus ) is a vine-like flowering plant originally from southern Africa. It has a smooth exterior rind (usually green with dark green stripes or yellow spots) and a juicy, sweet interior flesh (usually deep red to pink).

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_melon

Wheat used in two different occasions at the Sagrada Familia

Wheat Wheat is a cereal grain. It is now cultivated worldwide. In 2010, world production of wheat was 651 million tons, making it the third most-produced cereal after maize (844 million tons) and rice (672 million tons).

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wheat

Cypress Tree Cross tower at Casa Batllo

Cypress Tree Cypress is the name applied to many plants in the cypress family. They are all conifers. Most cypress species are trees, while a few are shrubs.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cypress_tree

Fireplace at Casa Batllo in the shape of a mushroom

Mushrooms A mushroom is the fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus, typically produced above ground on soil or on its food source. The standard use for the name "mushroom" is the cultivated white button mushroom, Agaricus bisporus. It belongs to the Kingdom Fungi.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mushroom

Antoni Gaudi's colorful mosaic, showing the sunflower, at Park Güell

Sunflower The sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is an annual plant. It possesses a large inflorescence (flowering head), and its name is derived from the flower's shape and image, which is often used to capture the sun.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunflower

Cactus ornaments at Park Guell

Cactus Most cacti live in habitats subject to at least some drought. Many live in extremely dry environments. Most species of cacti have lost true leaves, retaining only spines, which are highly modified leaves. As well as defending against herbivores, spines help prevent water loss.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cactus

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The 56 columns that symbolize trees, and the ceiling that symbolizes daisies, at the Sagrada Familia

Daisy Daisies belong to the daisy family of Compositae, now known as Asteraceae in flowering plants. Daisies are native to north and central Europe. A Daisy symbolizes innocence and purity. It can also symbolize new beginnings.

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http://www.theflowerexpert.com/content/growingflowers/flowersandgeography/daisies