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Description Bertholletia is a genus of tall trees that belongs to the family Lecythidaceae. This plant is native to the Amazon rainforest, particularly in Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia. It is known for producing large and edible nuts, which are commonly called Brazil nuts. Bertholletia is a slow-growing and long-lived tree that can reach up to 50 meters tall and 2…

Description Begonia obliqua is a stunning plant that belongs to the Begoniaceae family. It is native to the rainforests of Central and South America and is commonly known as the “watermelon begonia” due to its unique shape and color. The plant has a creeping habit and is perfect for hanging baskets or terrariums. Begonia obliqua has small, round leaves that…

Description Brunsvigia Gregaria is a bulbous perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is a member of the Amaryllis family, and it is known for its large, showy flowers that bloom in the late summer and early fall. The plant has a long history of cultivation, and it is highly prized by gardeners for its striking appearance and…

Description Brosimum Alicastrum, commonly known as the Breadnut Tree, is a large evergreen tree that belongs to the Moraceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and can grow up to 40 meters tall. The tree produces large, round fruits that are similar in appearance to breadfruit, hence its name. The fruit is edible and…

Description Balsaminaceae is a family of flowering plants commonly known as the Impatiens family. It is composed of about 850 species of annual or perennial herbs, which are mostly found in the tropics and subtropics. The plants in this family are characterized by having irregular flowers with five petals, one of which is usually modified into a spur. The fruit…

Description Brachyglottis Turneri is a species of small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It is commonly known as the New Zealand groundsel or Senecio Turneri. This plant belongs to the Asteraceae family, which is the largest family of flowering plants. It has a distinctive, silver-grey foliage that creates an attractive contrast against other plants in a garden. It is…

Description Buckleya Graebneriana, also known as Buckleya or Buckley’s forestia, is a small deciduous shrub that belongs to the Santalaceae family. It is native to the Southeastern region of the United States and can grow up to 10 feet tall in the wild. The plant has a unique feature of producing bright red berries that add to its beauty. Taxonomic…

Description Boehmeria Japonica Var. Silvestrii, also known as the Japanese Boehmeria, is a species of flowering plant that belongs to the family Urticaceae. This plant is native to East Asia, including Japan, China, and Korea. It is a perennial herb that can grow up to 1 meter in height and 1.5 meters in width. The plant has a unique characteristic…

Description Bauera is a genus of evergreen shrubs native to Australia. It belongs to the family of Nitrariaceae and has more than 20 species. The plant’s scientific name honors Ferdinand Bauer, a 19th-century Austrian botanical illustrator. Bauera plants are typically small to medium-sized shrubs, ranging from 0.5 to 2 meters in height. They bloom in spring and summer, producing delicate…

Description Bauera is a genus of evergreen shrubs native to Australia. It belongs to the family of Nitrariaceae and has more than 20 species. The plant’s scientific name honors Ferdinand Bauer, a 19th-century Austrian botanical illustrator. Bauera plants are typically small to medium-sized shrubs, ranging from 0.5 to 2 meters in height. They bloom in spring and summer, producing delicate…