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Description Hackelia Deflexa, also known as the Trailing Stickseed, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Boraginaceae family. This plant is native to the western region of North America, primarily found in the dry areas of Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. The plant grows up to 2 feet tall and has thin, trailing stems that are covered in tiny, hooked…

Description Hibiscus Sabdariffa, also known as Roselle or Red Sorrel, is a tropical and subtropical plant that is native to West Africa. It is widely cultivated in many parts of the world, including India, Thailand, Africa, and the Caribbean. The plant is known for its edible calyces, which are used to make a popular beverage called “hibiscus tea.” The plant…

Description Hypocalymma is a genus of plants that belongs to the myrtle family, Myrtaceae. It consists of around 20 species of evergreen shrubs that are endemic to Australia. The name “Hypocalymma” is derived from the Greek words “hypo” meaning “under” and “calymma” meaning “veil,” referring to the small calyx that covers the developing fruit.These plants have unique features such as…

Description Hordeum Vulgare is a type of cereal grain commonly known as barley. It is a member of the grass family Poaceae and is widely cultivated throughout the world for use as animal feed, human food, and in the production of alcoholic beverages. Hordeum Vulgare is an annual plant that typically reaches a height of 1-3 feet and has a…

Description Helianthemum, commonly known as the Rock Rose, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Cistaceae family. This plant is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is a small, evergreen shrub that can grow up to 50 cm tall with small, bright yellow, pink, or white flowers. It blooms in the spring and summer, and its…

Description Hemiboeopsis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, commonly known as the Skeleton Weed. This genus consists of only one species, Hemiboeopsis spinosa, which is native to Australia. The plant is named after its unique appearance, which resembles a skeleton due to its spiny, whitish stems and leaves. Hemiboeopsis spinosa is a perennial plant that can…

Description Hubertia Tomentosa is a perennial plant species native to South Africa. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is also known as the “Velvetleaf.” This plant can grow up to 50cm in height and produces yellow flowers in late winter and early spring. It is commonly found in rocky areas and is well adapted to drought conditions. Taxonomic Information…

Description Hebenstretia Cordata, also known as Blue Stars, is a perennial flowering plant native to South Africa. It belongs to the Scrophulariaceae family and is popular among gardeners for its beautiful blue flowers that bloom in spring and summer. The plant can grow up to 60 cm tall and has a spread of 30 cm. The leaves of the plant…

Description Hyacinthoides Hispanica White City, also known as Spanish Bluebell, is a perennial bulbous plant that belongs to the Asparagaceae family. It is native to the Iberian Peninsula and can grow up to 30 cm in height. It is a popular garden plant that produces bell-shaped flowers in shades of blue, pink, and white. Taxonomy Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…

Description Hypoxis Villosa, commonly known as hairy star grass, is a perennial plant that belongs to the family Hypoxidaceae. It is native to southern Africa, but can now be found in other parts of the world such as Australia and the United States. The plant is characterized by its bright yellow star-shaped flowers that bloom in the spring and summer…