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Description Kiggelaria is a genus of evergreen trees and shrubs native to southern Africa. The most commonly known species is Kiggelaria africana, which is also referred to as the wild peach or umkhiwa. Kiggelaria is a popular ornamental plant, prized for its attractive foliage and its ability to grow in a variety of conditions. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae…

Description Karrabina Benthamiana, commonly known as the Bentham’s Karrabina, is a shrub species that belongs to the family Proteaceae. It is endemic to the southwestern region of Western Australia and can grow up to 1-3 meters in height. The plant produces small yellow flowers that bloom in the winter season. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida…

Description Kalanchoe Blossfeldiana Simone, commonly known as Flaming Katy, is a flowering succulent that belongs to the Crassulaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is widely grown as a houseplant due to its vibrant and long-lasting blooms. The plant features fleshy, dark green, and glossy leaves that grow in a rosette formation, and it can reach a height of…

Description Koeleria Eriostachya is a type of grass that is native to North America. This plant is also known as Junegrass due to its blooming period in June. It is an attractive ornamental grass that is commonly grown in gardens and landscapes for its beautiful foliage and flowers. Koeleria Eriostachya can grow up to 2 feet in height and 1.5…

Description Kissenia is a plant species that belongs to the family of Melastomataceae. It is a tropical plant that is native to the Amazon rainforest and other tropical regions in South America. Kissenia is a small, evergreen shrub that is known for its beautiful flowers and leaves. The plant’s flowers are pink, purple, or white and have a unique shape,…

Description Kalanchoe is a genus of about 125 species of tropical, succulent plants native to Madagascar and tropical Africa. These plants are popular for their colorful and long-lasting flowers that bloom in clusters of small, bell-shaped blossoms. They come in a variety of colors, including pink, red, yellow, orange, and white, and are often used as ornamental plants in gardens,…

Description Kaempferia Rotunda, also known as Round-leaf Galangal or Buabok in Thai, is a member of the ginger family (Zingiberaceae) that is native to Thailand, Indonesia, and other parts of Southeast Asia. This plant is valued for its medicinal properties and is often used in traditional Thai medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including inflammation, pain, and digestive issues.…

Description Kalmia Buxifolia, also known as the Boxleaf Laurel, is a small evergreen shrub native to the Southeastern United States. It is a member of the Ericaceae family, which includes rhododendrons and blueberries. The shrub is known for its small, glossy leaves and showy clusters of pink, white, or red flowers that bloom in the late spring and early summer.…

Description Krigia Biflora, commonly known as Two-flowered Cynthia, is a flowering plant native to North America. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and produces bright yellow flowers from April to June. The plant can grow up to 30cm in height and has a basal rosette of leaves. Krigia Biflora is a perennial plant that prefers moist soils and partial shade.…

Description Kernera saxatilis, commonly known as the rock whitlowgrass, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. It is native to the mountainous regions of Europe and Asia, where it grows in rocky and stony areas. The plant produces clusters of small white flowers that bloom in early spring, and it is often used as an ornamental…