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Fremontodendron
Fremontodendron
Description Fremontodendron, commonly known as flannelbush, is a genus of shrubs and small trees native to California and Oregon. It is named after John C. Fremont, an American explorer who led several expeditions to the American West. This plant is known for its showy flowers that bloom in bright, fiery colors, ranging from yellow to orange and red. The flowers…
Funastrum
Funastrum
Description Funastrum is a genus of plants belonging to the Apocynaceae family. It is commonly known as twinevine, vine milkweed, or climbing milkweed. This plant is native to North America and can be found in different habitats, including grasslands, deserts, and forests. Funastrum produces clusters of small, white or pink flowers that are followed by long, narrow seed pods. Taxonomic…
Frullaniaceae
Frullaniaceae
Description Frullaniaceae is a family of liverworts that consists of about 50 species. These plants are mostly found in tropical and subtropical regions and are commonly known as scale mosses. The family was named after the Italian botanist Luigi Frullani. Frullaniaceae are small, leafy plants that grow to a maximum height of about 10 cm. They have a simple or…
Fuchsia Nancy Lou
Fuchsia Nancy Lou
Description Fuchsia Nancy Lou is a hybrid cultivar of the Fuchsia plant that was first introduced in 1989 by the Dutch breeder Jan Spek. This stunning plant features large, double flowers that bloom in shades of pink and white. The blooms have a unique shape, with a long tube that opens up to reveal four petals and four sepals. Fuchsia…
Fibraurea
Fibraurea
Description Fibraurea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Menispermaceae. This genus consists of about 20 species of evergreen trees and shrubs that are mostly found in Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. Fibraurea is known for its medicinal properties and is commonly used in traditional medicine in these regions. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta…
Fritillaria Lusitanica
Fritillaria Lusitanica
Description Fritillaria Lusitanica, also known as the Portuguese Fritillary, is a species of flowering plant in the family Liliaceae. It is native to Portugal, Spain, and Morocco, and can be found growing in open woodland, scrubland, and rocky areas. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Liliopsida Order Liliales Family Liliaceae Genus Fritillaria Appearance Fritillaria Lusitanica grows up…
Fagus Engleriana
Fagus Engleriana
Description Fagus Engleriana, commonly known as the Chinese Beech Tree, is a deciduous tree native to China. It belongs to the Fagaceae family and is a close relative of the European Beech Tree. It is known for its stunning foliage, which changes color from green to yellow in the fall. The tree can grow up to 20 meters in height…
Fuchsia Triphylla Billy Green
Fuchsia Triphylla Billy Green
Description Fuchsia Triphylla Billy Green is a flowering plant native to South America. It is a popular choice for gardeners due to its beautiful, bright pink and purple flowers that bloom from late spring to early fall. The plant is named after Leonhard Fuchs, a German physician and botanist. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Eudicots Order…
Frasera Speciosa
Frasera Speciosa
Description Frasera Speciosa, commonly known as the Elkweed plant, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Gentianaceae family. The plant is native to North America, particularly in the Rocky Mountains and the western parts of the United States. The Elkweed plant can grow up to 6 feet tall, with a spread of approximately 2-3 feet. The plant blooms…
Ficus Subpisocarpa
Ficus Subpisocarpa
Description Ficus Subpisocarpa is a species of fig plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is also known as the “small-leaved banyan” due to its small leaves and banyan-like growth habit. This plant belongs to the family Moraceae and is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and ease of care. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum…