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Chamarea

Description Chamarea is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the family Acanthaceae. This genus consists of approximately 25 species that are native to tropical regions of South and Central America. Chamarea plants are known for their vibrant flowers and are commonly used as ornamental plants in gardens and indoor environments. These plants are also used in traditional medicine…

Chelone Glabra

Description Chelone Glabra, commonly known as the Turtlehead Plant, is a beautiful perennial plant that is native to North America. It is a member of the Plantaginaceae family and is known for its unique appearance, care requirements, and habitat. The plant grows up to 2-4 feet tall and blooms from August to October. The flowers resemble the head of a…

Colchicum Bulbocodium

Description Colchicum Bulbocodium, also known as the Spring Meadow Saffron, is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. The plant belongs to the Colchicaceae family and is known for its beautiful, crocus-like flowers that bloom in the early spring. The flowers are usually pink or lilac in color, and have six petals that open up to reveal a yellow…

Cardamine Flexuosa

Description Cardamine Flexuosa, also known as Wavy Bittercress, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. This species is native to Europe and Asia and is commonly found in damp and shady places such as woodlands, meadows, and riverbanks. It is an annual or biennial plant that has a lifespan of up to two years. The plant can…

Clematis Jackmanii

Description Clematis Jackmanii is a popular flowering vine in the Ranunculaceae family, known for its vibrant purple blooms. It is a deciduous plant that can grow up to 20 feet in length, with a spread of 3-6 feet. The plant features large, dark green leaves that are ovate or lanceolate in shape, with a serrated edge. The flowers bloom in…

Calochortus Coeruleus

Description Calochortus Coeruleus is a stunning plant native to California, commonly known as the “California mariposa lily.” It belongs to the Liliaceae family and is a perennial herb that grows from a bulbous root. The plant blooms from late spring to early summer, producing a tall stem with several flowers that range in color from blue to purple. Each flower…

Clematis Leschenaultiana

Description Clematis Leschenaultiana is a species of flowering plant that belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas. The plant has a woody stem and grows up to a height of 3-4 meters. The flowers of this plant are white or cream-colored and have a pleasant fragrance. The blooming period of Clematis Leschenaultiana…

Coreopsis Nudata

Description Coreopsis Nudata, commonly known as naked tickseed or smooth tickseed, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in open woodlands, fields, and roadsides. The plant has bright yellow flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer, and it can grow up to 1-2…

Cyperus Exaltatus

Description Cyperus Exaltatus is a perennial plant that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. It is native to Africa and can grow up to 4 feet tall. The plant is characterized by its long, slender stems that have a triangular cross-section and narrow leaves that grow in clusters at the base of the stem. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…

Canna Glauca

Description Canna Glauca, also known as the Brazilian canna, is a perennial plant that belongs to the family Cannaceae. It is native to South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela. It is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Monocots Order Zingiberales Family Cannaceae Genus Canna…