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Graderia

Description Graderia is a genus of perennial plants that belong to the family Asteraceae. The genus consists of two species: Graderia scoparia and Graderia tomentosa. Both species are native to South America and are characterized by their unique appearance and care requirements. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Asterales Family Asteraceae Genus Graderia Appearance Graderia…

Gentiana Brachyphylla

Description Gentiana Brachyphylla, commonly known as the Shortleaf Gentian, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Gentianaceae family. It is native to the central and eastern United States, where it grows in moist, acidic soils of forests, meadows, and wetlands. The Shortleaf Gentian is a stunning plant that produces beautiful blue flowers in late summer and early fall,…

Gossypium Aridum

Description Gossypium Aridum, commonly known as the desert cotton plant, is a shrub species that belongs to the Malvaceae family. This plant species is native to the southwestern region of the United States, particularly in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. The desert cotton plant is known for its ability to grow in arid and semiarid regions, making it a popular…

Gutierrezia Microcephala

Description Gutierrezia Microcephala, also known as threadleaf snakeweed, is a perennial shrub with yellow flowers that belong to the Aster family. It is native to the southwestern United States and can grow up to 3 feet tall. This plant is drought-tolerant and can survive in harsh environments. It blooms from August to October and can produce thousands of flowers in…

Gaylussacia Bigeloviana

Description Gaylussacia Bigeloviana, also known as Blue Huckleberry, is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the heath family. It is native to the southeastern United States and can grow up to 10 feet tall, although it usually stays around 3-6 feet. The plant has thin, straight branches with small, oval, dark green leaves that turn red or purple in the…

Grimmia Pulvinata

Description Grimmia Pulvinata, also known as Cushion Grimmia, is a small and densely tufted moss species that belongs to the family Grimmiaceae. It is commonly found in rocky habitats, soil, and crevices. This moss species has a cushion-like appearance and is green in color. Grimmia Pulvinata is one of the most commonly found Grimmia species in North America, Europe, Asia,…

Galium Echinocarpum

Description Galium Echinocarpum is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Rubiaceae family. It is also known as Rough-fruited Bedstraw or Galium Fimbriatum. The plant is native to the western part of North America and is commonly found in the mountainous regions of California and Oregon. Galium Echinocarpum grows up to a height of 2-3 feet and spreads up…

Geranium Sylvaticum

Description Geranium Sylvaticum is a species of herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the family Geraniaceae. It is commonly known as Wood Cranesbill or Giant Herb Robert. This plant is native to Europe and Asia and is widely cultivated in gardens for its attractive flowers and foliage. It grows up to 60 cm in height and spreads up to 50…

Geranium Thunbergii

Description Geranium Thunbergii, commonly known as Thunberg’s Cranesbill, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Geraniaceae family. It is native to Japan and Korea and was named after Carl Peter Thunberg, a Swedish botanist who discovered it in the late 18th century.This plant has a spreading habit, growing up to 1 to 2 feet tall and 2 to…

Geranium Dissectum

Description Geranium Dissectum, also known as Cut-leaved Cranesbill, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Geranium family. It is native to Central Europe, but it is now commonly found in gardens and landscapes worldwide. The plant features finely dissected leaves and produces delicate pink or white flowers during the summer months. It is a popular choice for rock…