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Justicia Procumbens
Justicia Procumbens
Description Justicia Procumbens, also known as the Sessile Joyweed, is a low-growing perennial herb that belongs to the Acanthaceae family. Originating from India and Sri Lanka, this plant is known for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to treat various ailments such as asthma, cough, and fever. It is a popular garden plant due to its…
Jasminocereus Thouarsii
Jasminocereus Thouarsii
Description Jasminocereus Thouarsii, also known as Night Blooming Cactus, is a species of cactus native to South America. It belongs to the Cactaceae family and is a popular ornamental plant due to its beautiful flowers that bloom at night. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Caryophyllales Family Cactaceae Genus Jasminocereus Appearance Jasminocereus Thouarsii is a…
Juncus Inflexus
Juncus Inflexus
Description Juncus Inflexus, commonly known as Hard Rush, is a perennial plant species that belongs to the Juncaceae family. It is a native plant in Europe, Asia, and North Africa, but it is widely cultivated across the world. The plant has a unique cylindrical stem that grows up to one meter in height. The stem is green and leafless, with…
Jessea
Jessea
Description Jessea is a unique plant that belongs to the family Apocynaceae. It is a small, herbaceous plant that can grow up to 30-40 cm in height. This plant is native to Madagascar, where it grows in damp and shady areas such as rainforests and riverbanks. Jessea is an ideal plant for indoor gardening as it requires minimal care and…
Juniperus
Juniperus
Description Juniperus is a genus of evergreen coniferous shrubs or trees that belongs to the cypress family Cupressaceae. This genus is distributed throughout the Northern Hemisphere, particularly in the arctic, subarctic, and mountainous regions. Junipers vary in size and shape, from low-growing shrubs to tall trees up to 40 meters tall. They often have a conical or columnar form, with…
Juniperus Brevifolia
Juniperus Brevifolia
Description Juniperus Brevifolia, commonly known as the Mexican Juniper, is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that belongs to the Cupressaceae family. It is native to central and northern Mexico and is known for its striking appearance, hardiness, and excellent adaptability. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Pinophyta Class Pinopsida Order Pinales Family Cupressaceae Genus Juniperus Appearance The Mexican…
Juglandaceae
Juglandaceae
Description Juglandaceae is a family of deciduous trees commonly known as the Walnut Family. This family includes 8 genera and approximately 60 species. The trees in this family are known for their edible nuts, which are enclosed in a hard shell. They are also valued for their wood, which is often used for furniture and flooring.Some of the most well-known…
Jaumea
Jaumea
Description Jaumea is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the sunflower family. It comprises only one species, Jaumea carnosa, which is also known as green carpetweed or Jaumea weed. This plant is native to the southwestern United States, Mexico, and Central America. Jaumea is a low-growing, mat-forming plant that can be used as a ground cover. It has…
Jacobaea Vulgaris Subsp. Vulgaris
Jacobaea Vulgaris Subsp. Vulgaris
Description Jacobaea vulgaris subspecies vulgaris, also known as common ragwort, is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is commonly found in fields, meadows, and along roadsides. It can grow up to 1.5 meters in height and has yellow flowers that bloom from June to October. The plant has a distinct odor…
Juglans
Juglans
Description Juglans, commonly known as walnut trees, are a genus of deciduous trees in the family Juglandaceae. These trees are native to the Americas, Eurasia, and some regions of Africa. They are known for their delicious and nutritious nuts, which are used in a variety of culinary dishes and as a source of oil. Some species of Juglans are also…