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Angelica Sinensis
Angelica Sinensis
Description Angelica Sinensis, also known as Dong Quai, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea and has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. The plant can grow up to six feet tall and has a thick, fleshy root that is the most commonly used part of the…
Angraecum Sesquipedale
Angraecum Sesquipedale
Description Angraecum Sesquipedale, also known as the Darwin Orchid, is a species of orchid that is native to Madagascar. This orchid was named after Charles Darwin, as he predicted the existence of a moth with a long proboscis that is capable of pollinating this orchid.The plant produces long, narrow leaves that can grow up to 15 inches (38 cm) long.…
Anisocoma
Anisocoma
Description Anisocoma is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. The plant is also known as golden fleece or dyssodia. The Anisocoma plant has yellow flowers and it is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta…
Anisochilus Carnosus
Anisochilus Carnosus
Description Anisochilus Carnosus, commonly known as the Purple Anise, is a tropical evergreen herbaceous plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is mostly found in the Western Ghats region of India. The plant has a strong, sweet aroma that is similar to anise or licorice. Its leaves are hairy and have…
Anoectochilus Formosanus
Anoectochilus Formosanus
Description Anoectochilus Formosanus, also known as the jewel orchid, is a stunning plant that is prized for its unique foliage. This orchid is native to Taiwan and can be found growing in the dense forests of the island. The leaves of the Anoectochilus Formosanus are velvety and oval-shaped, with a dark green color and striking silver veins that give them…
Anisotoma
Anisotoma
Description Anisotoma is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, commonly known as parsley. They are native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. The genus includes about 20 species, which are mostly perennial herbs. The leaves are alternate, compound, and pinnate, with toothed or lobed leaflets. The flowers are small and white or yellow, arranged in umbels. Taxonomic…
Angiopteris
Angiopteris
Description Angiopteris is a genus of ferns that are widely distributed throughout the tropics. It consists of about 30 species of large, terrestrial ferns that can grow up to 6 feet tall. The leaves of Angiopteris are pinnate and can be up to 10 feet long, making them one of the largest ferns in the world. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…
Angelica Sylvestris
Angelica Sylvestris
Description Angelica Sylvestris, commonly known as Wild Angelica, is a biennial or perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is native to Europe, Scandinavia, and North Asia and can grow up to 2 meters in height. The plant’s stems are erect, branched, and hollow, while the leaves are large, compound, and toothed. The flowers are small and…
Annamocarya Sinensis
Annamocarya Sinensis
Description Annamocarya Sinensis, also known as Chinese Hickory, is a deciduous tree native to China, Taiwan, and Vietnam. It belongs to the Juglandaceae family and is known for its edible nuts. The tree can grow up to 30 meters tall with a spreading crown. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Fagales Family Juglandaceae Genus Annamocarya…
Anigozanthos Flavidus
Anigozanthos Flavidus
Description Anigozanthos Flavidus, commonly known as the Kangaroo Paw Plant, is a unique plant species native to the southwestern region of Australia. It is a member of the Haemodoraceae family and is known for its stunning flowers that resemble kangaroo paws. This plant grows to an average height of 1 to 2 feet and blooms during the spring and summer…