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Description Antirhea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Melastomataceae, comprising about 40 species of shrubs and small trees. These plants are native to tropical regions of America, particularly in the Amazon Basin, and are well-known for their striking flowers and foliage. The name Antirhea comes from the Greek words “anti” and “rheo,” meaning “against the flow,” referring…

Description Antirrhinum Tortuosum, commonly known as the twisted snapdragon, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Plantaginaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain and Portugal. The plant has an upright habit, growing up to 60cm in height. Its leaves are lance-shaped and dark green in color, growing alternately along the stems. The flowers…

Description Anthocercis Ilicifolia, commonly known as Holly-flowered Anthocercis, is a shrub in the Solanaceae family that is native to South Africa. It is an evergreen plant that can grow up to 2 meters tall and 1.5 meters wide. Its leaves are leathery, glossy, and have a spiny margin. The plant produces fragrant, bell-shaped flowers that are yellow-green in color and…

Description Anthyllis Montana, also known as Mountain Kidney Vetch, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. This plant is native to Europe and can grow up to a height of 30-50 cm. It has a woody stem with many branches, and its leaves are alternate and pinnate with 3-5 small leaflets. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom…

Description Antirrhinum Strictum, also known as Yellow Snapdragon, is a perennial plant that belongs to the family Plantaginaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can grow up to 40 cm tall. The plant produces yellow flowers that have a tubular shape and are approximately 2 cm long. The flowers bloom from June to August and are pollinated by…

Description Anthurium Scandens is a climbing plant native to South America that belongs to the Araceae family. It is known for its heart-shaped leaves and bright red flowers, making it a popular ornamental plant in gardens and homes. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Alismatales Family Araceae Genus Anthurium Appearance The Anthurium Scandens has heart-shaped…

Description Anthoxanthum, commonly known as sweet vernal grass, is a genus of grasses in the family Poaceae. It is a native to Eurasia and North Africa but has also been introduced to North America. The genus consists of about 18 species of annual and perennial grasses. Anthoxanthum has a distinctive sweet smell, which is why it is called sweet vernal…

Description Anisotome Filifolia, commonly known as Tasmanian parsley, is a perennial herb native to Australia and New Zealand. This plant belongs to the Apiaceae family and is widely grown for its ornamental as well as medicinal properties. It can grow up to 1 meter in height and has delicate white flowers that bloom in spring and summer. Taxonomic Information Domain…

Description Anisotome Lyallii is a perennial plant species that is native to New Zealand. It is a member of the Apiaceae family and is commonly known as Mount Cook Lily or Mountain Celery. This plant has a woody, fleshy root system and forms a rosette of dark green, glossy leaves. In the summer months, it sends up a tall, sturdy…

Description Aniba is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Lauraceae. This genus consists of around 30 species that are mostly found in the rainforests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. The most notable species of Aniba is the Aniba rosaeodora, which is known for its aromatic essential oil. Taxonomic Information Here is…