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Firmiana Danxiaensis

Description Firmiana Danxiaensis, also known as the Chinese Parasol, is a deciduous tree native to China. It is part of the Malvaceae family, which includes hibiscus and cotton plants. The tree can reach up to 25 feet in height and has a distinctive, umbrella-like canopy with a spread of up to 30 feet. The leaves are large and bright green,…

Fagopyrum Tataricum

Description Fagopyrum Tataricum, also known as Tartary Buckwheat or bitter buckwheat, is a plant species that belongs to the Polygonaceae family. It is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to Central Asia and has been cultivated in China, Korea, Japan, and Russia for centuries. The plant has a branched stem with…

Freylinia

Description Freylinia is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the Scrophulariaceae family. It is native to southern Africa and is known for its beautiful, fragrant flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The genus comprises two species: Freylinia lanceolata and Freylinia tropica. These plants are commonly used in gardens, parks, and other outdoor spaces due to their…

Fuirena Breviseta

Description The Fuirena Breviseta is a slender, herbaceous plant that belongs to the family Cyperaceae. It is commonly found in wetlands, marshes, and along the edges of freshwater bodies. This plant is also known by its common name, Short-Spike Umbrella Sedge. It has thin, erect stems that can grow up to 60 centimeters tall. The leaves of the Fuirena Breviseta…

Fuchsia Royal Velvet

Description Fuchsia Royal Velvet is a beautiful plant that belongs to the Fuchsia genus. It is a hybrid of Fuchsia fulgens and Fuchsia magellanica, and it was first introduced in 1979. This plant is known for its stunning dark purple, velvety flowers that bloom from summer to fall. The plant has an upright growth habit and can grow up to…

Ferula

Description Ferula is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the Apiaceae family. It comprises over 170 species, mostly found in Asia and the Mediterranean region. Ferula plants are known for their tall, statuesque appearance, and their sap which is used in medicinal and culinary purposes. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Eudicots Order Apiales Family…

Fritillaria Whittallii

Description Fritillaria Whittallii, commonly known as the Whittall’s Fritillary, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to southeastern Turkey. It belongs to the family Liliaceae and is one of the most beautiful members of the Fritillaria genus. The plant typically grows up to 30 centimeters tall and produces a single stem with a solitary flower. The flower is bell-shaped, pendulous, and…

Ferocactus Diguetii

Description Ferocactus Diguetii, also known as the California barrel cactus, is a type of cactus that is native to California, Arizona, and Baja California. This cactus can grow up to 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide. It is characterized by its cylindrical shape, green or gray-green color, and ribs that run down its length. The ribs are lined with…

Felicia Amelloides

Description Felicia Amelloides, commonly known as the Blue Marguerite or Kingfisher Daisy, is a small, low-growing perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is a popular garden plant due to its striking blue flowers and long blooming period. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Asterales Family Asteraceae…

Flacourtia

Description Flacourtia is a genus of flowering plants in the Salicaceae family. Native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia, it is commonly known as Governor’s Plum, Indian Plum, Batoko Plum, or Madagascar Plum. The plant can grow up to 6 meters tall and is characterized by its small flowers and edible fruit. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…