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Blitum Virgatum
Blitum Virgatum
Description Blitum Virgatum, also known as Strawberry Blite or Strawberry Spinach, is an edible annual plant that belongs to the Amaranthaceae family. It is native to North America and can be found in the wild in various habitats such as meadows, fields, and waste areas. This plant has been cultivated for its edible leaves and fruits since the pre-Columbian era.…
Boechera Retrofracta
Boechera Retrofracta
Description Boechera Retrofracta, also known as the Spiny-leaved Rockcress, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. It is native to North America and can be found in rocky areas, meadows, and forests. The plant is known for its spiny leaves and small, white, four-petaled flowers that bloom in early summer. It is an attractive addition to any…
Buxbaumiaceae
Buxbaumiaceae
Description Buxbaumiaceae is a small family of flowering plants that belongs to the Saxifragales order. This family comprises only one genus, Buxbaumia, which includes eight species of mosses. These small and delicate plants are commonly found growing on soil and rocks in moist environments. Buxbaumiaceae is known for its distinctive sporophyte capsules, which are produced by the female gametophyte. Taxonomic…
Barleria Pungens
Barleria Pungens
Description Barleria Pungens, commonly known as the spiny barleria, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Eastern Africa and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The plant is characterized by its spiny branches, dark green leaves, and beautiful flowers that bloom in clusters. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom…
Burmannia Biflora
Burmannia Biflora
Description Burmannia Biflora is a small, herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the family Burmanniaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela. This plant grows up to 20 cm in height and has an underground stem that produces small, scaly leaves. The stem also produces a single, slender, and erect flower…
Bolax
Bolax
Description Bolax is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to South America. It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is commonly used as a ground cover due to its attractive foliage and small, white flowers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Apiales Family Apiaceae Genus Bolax Appearance Bolax has small, dark…
Bulbine Angustifolia
Bulbine Angustifolia
Description Bulbine Angustifolia, also known as the narrow-leaved bulbine, is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It belongs to the Asphodelaceae family and is a popular ornamental plant due to its striking yellow flowers and drought-resistant nature.The plant is characterized by its long, narrow leaves that grow in a rosette pattern. The leaves are dark green and can grow…
Begonia Uniflora
Begonia Uniflora
Description Begonia Uniflora is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the Begoniaceae family. It is native to Brazil and can be found in the Amazon rainforest. The plant has small, green leaves that are slightly hairy and grow up to 3 inches long. Its flowers are white, small, and delicate, and they grow in clusters of up to five…
Balakata
Balakata
Description Balakata is a beautiful and exotic plant that belongs to the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is known for its stunning foliage and unique flowers. The plant has an interesting history, as it was once used for medicinal purposes by indigenous tribes in the region. Today, it is grown primarily as an ornamental plant and…
Burretiodendron Hsienmu
Burretiodendron Hsienmu
Description Burretiodendron Hsienmu is a deciduous tree species that is native to China. It is known for its beautiful, green foliage and striking flowers that bloom in the spring. This tree species can grow up to 20 meters tall and has a broad, spreading canopy. It is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive appearance and hardiness. Taxonomic Information…