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Cistus Clusii

Description Cistus Clusii, also known as Clusius’ rockrose, is a hardy evergreen shrub that belongs to the Cistaceae family. It is native to the western Mediterranean region, and it can grow up to 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide. This plant is valued for its beautiful flowers and its ability to thrive in difficult growing conditions. Taxonomic Information Domain:…

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…

Ceanothus Delileanus Gloire De Versailles

Description Ceanothus Delileanus Gloire De Versailles, commonly known as California Lilac, is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Rhamnaceae family. This plant is native to North America and is commonly found in California, where it grows in dry and rocky areas. The shrub can grow up to 3-4 meters tall and 3 meters wide, with a dense and bushy…

Calochortus Argillosus

Description Calochortus Argillosus, also known as clay-loving mariposa lily, is a perennial flowering plant native to California. It belongs to the Liliaceae family and is characterized by its showy cup-shaped flowers with three sepals and three petals. The flowers bloom in late spring and early summer, and their colors range from white to pinkish-purple with a yellow center. The plant’s…

Chenopodium Giganteum

Description Chenopodium Giganteum, also known as Tree Spinach or Magenta Spreen, is a fast-growing annual plant that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family, which includes other edible plants such as spinach and quinoa. Native to the Mediterranean region, this plant has been widely cultivated for its edible leaves and seeds. Taxonomic Information…

Chloracantha

Description Chloracantha is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Acanthaceae. It comprises of around 10 species of evergreen shrubs or small trees that are native to tropical regions of Africa and Madagascar. These plants are known for their attractive foliage and showy flowers that bloom in clusters. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class…

Chaenactis Artemisiifolia

Description Chaenactis Artemisiifolia, commonly known as the silver pincushion or silver chaenactis, is a small herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the sunflower family, Asteraceae. It is native to western North America, particularly in the Great Basin and Mojave Desert regions. This plant can grow up to 30 cm tall and can spread 20 cm wide. It has a small,…

Ceropegia Grandiflora

Description Ceropegia Grandiflora, also known as the Large Flowered Ceropegia, is a species of flowering plant that belongs to the Apocynaceae family. This plant is native to India and is a popular ornamental plant due to its unique and fascinating appearance. It is a climbing plant that can grow up to 6 feet tall with thin, elongated stems and heart-shaped…

Carex Seorsa

Description Carex Seorsa is a perennial plant that belongs to the family Cyperaceae. It is native to North America and is commonly found in wetlands, marshes, and swamps. This plant is known for its unique appearance, with long, narrow leaves that are often green or blue-gray in color. Carex Seorsa produces small flowers that grow on spikes and bloom in…