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Gnidia Caffra

Description Gnidia Caffra, commonly known as the African Broom, is a shrub that belongs to the Thymelaeaceae family. It is native to South Africa, Swaziland, and Mozambique. This plant is known for its stunning and vibrant yellow flowers that bloom in clusters during the winter months. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Malvales Family Thymelaeaceae…

Gloxinia

Description Gloxinia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Gesneriaceae. The plant is native to South America, particularly Brazil. It is named after Benjamin Peter Gloxin, a German physician and botanist. The plant is known for its beautiful and showy flowers, which come in a variety of colors including pink, white, red, and purple. Gloxinia is a popular…

Gladiolus Longicollis

Description Gladiolus Longicollis, also known as the Cape Gladiolus or the Sword Lily, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the family Iridaceae. It is native to South Africa and is widely cultivated for its showy flowers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Liliopsida Order Asparagales Family Iridaceae Genus Gladiolus Appearance The Gladiolus Longicollis plant can…

Geranium Pratense Plenum Violaceum

Geranium Pratense Plenum Violaceum, commonly known as the Double Purple Meadow Cranesbill, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Geraniaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is widely cultivated for its ornamental value. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Geraniales Family Geraniaceae Genus Geranium Appearance The Geranium Pratense Plenum Violaceum…

Gaultheria Mucronata Wintertime

Description Gaultheria Mucronata Wintertime, also known as Wintergreen or Mountain Tea, is a species of evergreen shrubs that belongs to the Ericaceae family. It is native to South America, particularly in the Andes Mountains, and can grow up to 2 meters tall. The plant is known for its bright red berries that appear in winter, which are edible and used…

Gingidia Grisea

Description Gingidia Grisea, commonly known as the Grey Gingidia, is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Cape Province of South Africa and was first described by Carl Peter Thunberg in 1794. The plant typically grows up to 60 cm in height and has grey-green leaves with small white or yellow flowers that…

Galium Rotundifolium

Description Galium Rotundifolium is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Rubiaceae family. It is also known as round-leaved bedstraw or wild madder. This plant can grow up to 30 cm in height and has roundish leaves that are arranged in whorls of four to six. Its small white flowers grow in clusters and bloom from May to September.…

Genista Tinctoria

Description Genista Tinctoria, commonly known as dyer’s greenwood or dyer’s weed, is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to Europe, including the British Isles, and parts of Asia. The plant grows up to 1 meter tall and has slender, erect stems that are covered with small, dark green leaves. In the summer months,…

Guadua Angustifolia

Description Guadua Angustifolia, also known as the “world’s strongest bamboo,” is a large and versatile plant that belongs to the grass family. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, particularly Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. This bamboo species is known for its impressive strength, durability, and flexibility, making it a popular choice for construction, furniture making, and…

Geranium Patricia

Description Geranium Patricia, also known as Patricia Cranesbill, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Geraniaceae family. This plant is native to the Mediterranean region and is a popular garden plant due to its beautiful flowers and ease of care. Geranium Patricia typically grows up to 40-60cm in height and spreads up to 60cm. Its stems are hairy…