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Description Epidendrum Cristatum, also known as the Crested Star Orchid, is a species of orchid that is native to the mountains of South America. This orchid can grow up to 50 cm in height and produces beautiful flowers that can range in color from white to pink to purple. The flowers are star-shaped and have a crested lip, which gives…

Description Eriogonum Ovalifolium, commonly known as Cushion Wild Buckwheat or Oval-leaf Wild Buckwheat, is a perennial, low-growing plant that belongs to the Polygonaceae family. It is native to western North America and can be found in the Rocky Mountains, Sierra Nevada, and Cascade Range. The plant is known for its unique appearance and beautiful flowers, which bloom in late spring…

Description Echinocereus Pentalophus, commonly known as Lady Finger Cactus, is a species of cactus native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a slow-growing cactus that can reach up to 30 cm in height and 15 cm in diameter. The plant produces a single stem with 5 to 8 ribs covered in small clusters of spines. During…

Description Eurycorymbus is a genus of evergreen shrubs or small trees native to China. The plants have glossy, leathery leaves and produce fragrant, white flowers in the spring. The fruit is a small, red berry that is edible but not commonly consumed. Eurycorymbus is a relatively uncommon plant in cultivation but is prized for its attractive foliage and beautiful flowers.…

Description Erysimum Asperum, commonly known as Western Wallflower, is a flowering plant belonging to the Brassicaceae family. It is a biennial or perennial plant that can grow up to 30 inches tall and 12 inches wide. The plant is native to western North America and is found in various habitats, including meadows, rocky slopes, and open forests. The flowers of…

Description Erythrina Americana, also known as the American coral tree, is a deciduous tree that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to the southern United States, Mexico, and Central America. The tree can grow up to 50 feet tall and has a wide spread of up to 40 feet. It is known for its vibrant red flowers, which…

Description Erica Retorta is a beautiful evergreen shrub that belongs to the family Ericaceae. It is also known as the “Portuguese Heath” and is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Portugal and Spain. This plant is a popular choice for gardens and landscaping because of its attractive blooms and foliage. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class…

Description Equisetum Ramosissimum, also known as Equisetum hyemale ramosissimum, is a species of horsetail plant that belongs to the Equisetaceae family. This perennial plant is native to North America and is commonly found in wetlands and marshes. The plant has a unique appearance, with a thin, upright stem that grows up to 3 feet tall. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom…

Description Euphorbia Dentata, commonly known as Toothed Spurge, is a fascinating plant that is native to North America. It is a member of the Euphorbia family, which comprises more than 2,000 species. Toothed Spurge is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 60cm in height. It has a branching stem that is greenish-yellow and contains a milky sap that can…

Description Erigeron Divergens, commonly known as Spreading Fleabane or Wand Fleabane, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It can grow up to 20 inches in height and has a spread of up to 2 feet. The plant blooms in the summer months, producing pink, lavender, or white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are daisy-like…