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Description Cucurbita Pepo Zucchini, commonly known as zucchini, is a warm-season vegetable that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. It is an annual plant that grows quickly and produces elongated, cylindrical fruits that are harvested when they are still young and tender. Zucchini has a mild, slightly sweet flavor, and is a versatile ingredient in various dishes, such as stir-fries, pastas,…

Description Cymodocea Nodosa, commonly known as the nodose seagrass, is a species of seagrass that is native to the Mediterranean Sea. It is a perennial plant that grows in dense meadows in shallow waters, typically at depths of up to 20 meters. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Magnoliophyta Class Liliopsida Order Alismatales Family Cymodoceaceae Genus Cymodocea Appearance The…

Description Camellia Japonica April Remembered is a beautiful flowering shrub native to Japan, Korea, and China. It is a member of the Theaceae family and is a popular ornamental plant for gardens and landscapes. This evergreen shrub blooms in late winter to early spring, producing large, showy flowers in shades of pink, red, and white. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom…

Description Cerbera Odollam is a poisonous plant species that is native to South Asia and Southeast Asia. It is commonly known as the Pong-Pong tree, Othalanga, and Suicide tree. The plant belongs to the Apocynaceae family and is widely used in traditional medicine due to its medicinal properties. However, it is also considered one of the most poisonous plants in…

Description Cliffortia Cuneata, commonly known as the ‘Wagon Tree’, is a small evergreen shrub that belongs to the Rosaceae family. This plant is endemic to South Africa and found mainly in the Western Cape Province. It grows up to 1.5 meters tall and can spread up to 2 meters wide. The plant has a rounded shape with dense foliage and…

Description Cranfillia is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the family Acanthaceae. It is named after the American botanist, Fredrick B. Cranfill.The genus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South and Central America. Cranfillia plants are known for their beautiful and showy flowers that come in various shades of pink, purple, and white. The flowers are…

Description Cissampelos is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Menispermaceae. It consists of over 200 species, some of which are used for medicinal purposes. The plant is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is known by many names, including Velvetleaf, Heartleaf, and Common Cissampelos. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom…

Description Corypha is a genus of palm trees that belong to the Arecaceae family and are native to the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Polynesia. These plants are known for their tall and impressive stature, with some species growing up to 25 meters in height. The leaves of Corypha plants are large and fan-shaped, with a diameter of up to…

Description Caladenia Latifolia, commonly known as the White Caladenia, is a stunning perennial plant native to Australia. It belongs to the Orchidaceae family and is known for its distinct white flowers that bloom in late winter or early spring. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Magnoliophyta Class Liliopsida Order Asparagales Family Orchidaceae Genus Caladenia Appearance The White Caladenia is…

Description Connarus Yunnanensis, also known as the Yunnan connarus, is a flowering plant species that belongs to the Connaraceae family. It is native to China and can grow up to 6-12 feet tall. This plant species is commonly found in the Yunnan province of China, hence its name. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Oxalidales…