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Firmiana Colorata
Firmiana Colorata
Description Firmiana Colorata, also known as the Chinese Parasol Tree, is a deciduous tree that is native to China and Taiwan. It is a relatively fast-growing tree that can reach up to 50 feet in height and 30 feet in width. Its leaves are large and fan-shaped, and its flowers are small and yellow, blooming in the summer months. The…
Frankenia Salina
Frankenia Salina
Description Frankenia Salina, commonly known as alkali heath, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Frankeniaceae family. This perennial herb is native to the coastal salt marshes and alkali flats of North America. The plant has a woody base and can grow up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are small and needle-like, with a grey-green color. The…
Fernandezia Sanguinea
Fernandezia Sanguinea
Description Fernandezia Sanguinea is a small orchid species that belongs to the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the Andean regions of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, where it grows at an altitude of 1500-3000 meters. The plant is epiphytic, meaning it grows on trees, and has a compact growth habit. The leaves are dark green and leathery, with a length…
Ficinia
Ficinia
Description Ficinia is a genus of grass-like plants that belong to the family Cyperaceae. It is commonly used in landscaping due to its aesthetic appeal and low maintenance requirements. Ficinia plants are native to wetlands and marshes, making them an ideal choice for water gardens and other aquatic environments. There are around 40 species of Ficinia, with each having unique…
Fraxinus Caroliniana
Fraxinus Caroliniana
Description Fraxinus Caroliniana, commonly known as Carolina ash, is a species of ash tree native to the southeastern United States. It can grow up to 50 feet tall and 30 feet wide, with a straight trunk and a broad, rounded crown. The leaves are compound and deciduous, with five to nine leaflets that are dark green and glossy on top…
Fatsia Polycarpa Green Fingers
Fatsia Polycarpa Green Fingers
Description Fatsia Polycarpa Green Fingers, also known as Japanese Aralia, is a species of flowering plant in the Araliaceae family. It is native to Japan and Taiwan and is often grown as an ornamental plant for its large, glossy leaves and white flowers. The plant can grow up to 16 feet tall and 10 feet wide in its natural habitat,…
Fuchsia Ballet Girl
Fuchsia Ballet Girl
Description Fuchsia Ballet Girl, also known as Fuchsia ‘Ballet Girl,’ is a hybrid plant that is a cross between Fuchsia ‘Swingtime’ and Fuchsia ‘Garden News.’ It is a compact shrub that produces striking pink and white flowers that bloom throughout the summer and fall months. The plant is known for its ability to attract hummingbirds and butterflies, making it a…
Ficus Petiolaris
Ficus Petiolaris
Description Ficus Petiolaris, also known as the rock fig, is a species of plant that belongs to the Ficus genus. This plant is native to Africa and is commonly found in rocky areas and cliffs. It is a small tree that can grow up to 30 feet tall and has a spreading canopy of leaves. The bark of the Ficus…
Freesia
Freesia
Description Freesia is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Iridaceae. This fragrant plant is native to South Africa and was named after the German botanist Friedrich Heinrich Theodor Freese. Freesia has around 14 species and numerous cultivars that come in a variety of colors, including white, yellow, pink, red, blue, and purple. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…
Freycinetia Formosana
Freycinetia Formosana
Description Freycinetia Formosana, also known as Taiwan liana, is a species of twining plant that belongs to the family Pandanaceae. It is native to Taiwan and can be found in lowland and mountain forests. The plant has thin stems that can grow up to 20 meters long, and it can climb around other trees to reach sunlight. It is a…