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Kniphofia Uvaria
Kniphofia Uvaria
Description Kniphofia Uvaria, commonly known as the Red Hot Poker, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Asphodelaceae family. The plant is native to South Africa and is widely grown in gardens and landscapes in different parts of the world. It produces long, narrow leaves that grow up to 3 feet long and 1 inch wide. The leaves…
Kunzea Ericoides
Kunzea Ericoides
Description Kunzea Ericoides, commonly known as the New Zealand Kanuka or White Tea Tree, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Myrtaceae family. It is a small or medium-sized tree that is native to New Zealand, where it is widely cultivated for both ornamental and medicinal purposes. It is known for its attractive white or pink flowers, which bloom…
Kalopanax
Kalopanax
Description Kalopanax is a deciduous tree that belongs to the Araliaceae family. It is also known as the devil’s walking stick, due to its sharp thorns that are present on the trunk and branches. This plant is native to China, Japan, and Korea, and can grow up to 20-30 feet tall. It has a unique appearance, with a textured bark…
Koilodepas Hainanense
Koilodepas Hainanense
Description Koilodepas Hainanense is a rare species of plant that belongs to the family of Gesneriaceae. It is commonly known as the ‘Hainan Koilodepas’ and is native to China’s Hainan province. This plant has a unique appearance with its beautiful, tubular, and white flowers that grow in clusters. The leaves are dark green, oval-shaped, and grow in an opposite pattern.…
Keckiella Antirrhinoides Var. Microphylla
Keckiella Antirrhinoides Var. Microphylla
Description Keckiella Antirrhinoides Var. Microphylla is a small, shrubby plant that belongs to the family of Scrophulariaceae. It is native to California, USA, and can be found growing in rocky areas, chaparral, and oak woodlands. This plant has a unique appearance that makes it stand out from other plants. Additionally, it is also known as the “little-leaved penstemon” due to…
Kalmia Latifolia
Kalmia Latifolia
Description Kalmia Latifolia, commonly known as Mountain laurel, is an evergreen flowering plant that belongs to the Ericaceae family. It is native to eastern North America and can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests, swamps, and rocky slopes. This plant is known for its beautiful clusters of flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. The…
Kaempferia Elegans
Kaempferia Elegans
Description Kaempferia Elegans, also known as Peacock Ginger or Purple Peacock Ginger, is a tropical plant species that belongs to the family Zingiberaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, specifically in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This plant is highly valued for its ornamental purposes, as it produces beautiful and vibrant purple flowers that bloom in the summer and fall seasons.…
Kalanchoe Crenata
Kalanchoe Crenata
Description Kalanchoe Crenata, also known as the “Bears Paw” or “Elephant’s Ear”, is a succulent plant native to Madagascar. This plant grows up to 2 feet tall and 2 feet wide, making it a great addition to any garden or indoor setting. The plant has thick, fleshy leaves that are green with a light purple tint. The leaves are shaped…
Kohleria Hirsuta
Kohleria Hirsuta
Description Kohleria Hirsuta is a stunning plant that belongs to the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to South America and is commonly found in the Andes Mountains. It is a perennial plant that can grow up to 30 centimeters in height. The plant has lush, green foliage with fuzzy leaves and produces tubular-shaped flowers that can range in color from…
Karomia
Karomia
Description Karomia (Karomia speciosa) is a tropical plant belonging to the family Melastomataceae. It is native to East Africa, particularly in Tanzania and Kenya. The plant is also commonly known as the “purple glory tree” due to its impressive purple flowers that bloom in clusters.Karomia is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 meters in height. It…