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Fagopyrum

Fagopyrum

Description Fagopyrum, commonly known as buckwheat, is a plant that belongs to the family Polygonaceae. It is an annual plant that is widely cultivated for its grain-like seeds, which are used in various culinary dishes. Buckwheat is a versatile plant that can be grown in different regions and has numerous health benefits. In addition to its use as food, it…
Florestina

Florestina

Description Florestina, also known as Mexican Honeysuckle, is a beautiful and hardy plant that belongs to the family Caprifoliaceae. Originating from Central and South America, this plant has gained popularity among gardeners due to its bright orange or yellow tubular flowers that bloom year-round. The plant grows up to 4 feet tall and 4 feet wide, making it an ideal…
Fuchsia Magellanica

Fuchsia Magellanica

Description Fuchsia Magellanica is a flowering plant that belongs to the Onagraceae family. It is native to southern Argentina and Chile but can also be found in other parts of the world, including Europe, New Zealand, and the United States. The plant typically grows up to 4 meters tall and has a lifespan of approximately 50 years. Taxonomic Information Domain…
Forstera

Forstera

Description Forstera is a genus of flowering plants in the family Goodeniaceae, native to New Zealand. It is also commonly known as ‘New Zealand primrose’. This plant genus is named after Johann Reinhold Forster, a German naturalist who explored New Zealand in the 18th century. The Forstera plant is an attractive addition to any garden and is well-known for its…
Frullania Deplanata

Frullania Deplanata

Description Frullania Deplanata, also known as the scalewort liverwort, is a small plant species that belongs to the family Frullaniaceae. It is a creeping plant that has a flattened thallus with a yellowish-green color that often appears in patches. The plant is dioecious, meaning that male and female reproductive organs are found on separate plants. This plant is widely distributed…
Freycinetia Banksii

Freycinetia Banksii

Description Freycinetia Banksii, also known as the Maori name ‘Kiekie’, is a unique plant that belongs to the pandan family. It is a native plant of New Zealand and can be found growing in shaded forests, along streams and rivers, and in damp areas. This plant is a type of vine and is commonly used for ornamental purposes due to…
Festuca Glauca

Festuca Glauca

Description Festuca Glauca, also known as blue fescue or grey fescue, is a compact clump-forming ornamental grass that is native to Europe. It is a popular choice for gardeners due to its striking blue-gray foliage and easy care requirements. The grass produces tiny flowers in the summer, but they are relatively insignificant compared to its foliage. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…
Froelichia Gracilis

Froelichia Gracilis

Description Froelichia Gracilis, commonly known as Slender Snakecotton, is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranth family. It is a native plant in North America and can be found in the eastern and central parts of the continent. It is a herbaceous annual plant that can grow up to 1 meter tall. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…
Fatshedera Lizei

Fatshedera Lizei

Description Fatshedera Lizei, commonly known as tree ivy or aralia ivy, is a hybrid plant between two different genera, Fatsia and Hedera. It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide when planted outdoors. In indoor settings, it can be maintained at a smaller size. The foliage of this plant is large,…
Fuchsia Border Queen

Fuchsia Border Queen

Description Fuchsia Border Queen is a hybrid fuchsia plant that produces beautiful flowers in shades of pink and purple. This plant is a cross between Fuchsia magellanica and Fuchsia coccinea, and it was first developed in the United States in the 1920s. The flowers of Fuchsia Border Queen are pendulous and bell-shaped, and they can measure up to two inches…
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