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Gentiana Utriculosa

Description Gentiana Utriculosa, also known as bladder gentian, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Gentianaceae family. The plant is native to North America and can be found in wet meadows, along stream banks, and in other moist areas. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Gentianales Family Gentianaceae Genus Gentiana Appearance Gentiana Utriculosa…

Gladiolus Stellatus

Description Gladiolus Stellatus, also known as Star Gladiolus, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Iridaceae family. It is native to South Africa and grows up to 2 feet tall. The plant has sword-shaped leaves and produces spikes of white or pale pink flowers with purple markings. Each flower has six petals, and the lower three petals have…

Grevillea Buxifolia

Description Grevillea Buxifolia, commonly known as the Grey Spider Flower or Dwarf Grey Spider Flower, is a small evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It is a member of the Proteaceae family and is highly valued in horticulture for its attractive foliage and stunning flowers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Proteales Family Proteaceae…

Glossoloma Tetragonum

Description: Glossoloma Tetragonum, commonly known as the Square-stemmed Glossoloma, is a perennial herb that belongs to the family Lamiaceae. It is native to South America, particularly in Brazil and Argentina. This plant is widely known for its beautiful and unique flowers that bloom in shades of pink, purple, and white. It can grow up to 3 feet tall and 2…

Gunnera Insignis

Description Gunnera Insignis, also known as the giant rhubarb, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Gunneraceae family. It is native to South America, particularly in the Andes mountains of Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador. It is a large, herbaceous perennial plant that can grow up to 6 feet tall and 10 feet wide. The plant is known for its…

Girardinia Diversifolia

Description Girardinia Diversifolia, also known as Himalayan Nettle or Indian Hemp, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Urticaceae family. It is native to the Himalayan region and can be found in countries such as India, Nepal, and Bhutan. This plant can grow up to 2 meters in height and has a spreading habit. Its leaves are dark green…

Geranium Pyrenaicum

Description Geranium Pyrenaicum, commonly known as the Pyrenean cranesbill, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Geranium family. It is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and woodland clearings. This plant has a clump-forming habit and can grow up to 60 cm in height. Its leaves are deeply lobed and hairy, and its flowers…

Geoffroea

Description Geoffroea is a genus of trees and shrubs in the pea family, Fabaceae. This genus contains approximately six species that are native to South America. The trees are drought-tolerant and can grow up to 15 meters tall. Geoffroea trees have a well-developed root system, which allows them to grow in poor soil conditions. These trees have been used for…

Glottiphyllum

Glottiphyllum is a genus of succulent plants that belongs to the Aizoaceae family. The plant gets its name from the Greek words “glotta” meaning tongue and “phyllon” meaning leaf, referring to the tongue-shaped leaves of the plant. The plant is native to South Africa and is known for its unique characteristics, making it a favorite among collectors and gardeners. Taxonomic…

Gastrorchis Lutea

Description Gastrorchis Lutea is a rare orchid species that belongs to the family Orchidaceae. This unique epiphytic plant is native to Madagascar and can be found growing in the eastern rainforests of the island. The plant produces beautiful yellowish-green flowers that bloom in the summer months. The flowers have a sweet fragrance that attracts bees and other pollinators. The plant…