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Description Leucospermum Calligerum, commonly known as the Orange Pinwheel Pincushion, is an evergreen shrub that belongs to the Proteaceae family. It is native to South Africa and grows up to 2 meters tall and 2 meters wide. The plant blooms from spring to summer, producing large pinwheel-shaped bright orange flowers that attract pollinators such as bees and birds. The foliage…

Description Lycopus is a genus of flowering plants in the mint family, Lamiaceae. The genus comprises approximately 10 to 20 species that are native to North America, Europe, and Asia. These plants are commonly known as water horehounds or bugleweeds. The name Lycopus is derived from the Greek word “lykos” meaning wolf and “pous” meaning foot, which refers to the…

Description Lactuca Formosana is a species of lettuce that is native to Taiwan. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and is commonly known as Taiwanese lettuce. This beautiful plant has large, green, and slightly serrated leaves that are arranged in a rosette. It produces yellow flowers that bloom in late summer and early fall. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya…

Description Lilium Martagon Album, also known as White Martagon Lily or Turk’s Cap Lily, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Liliaceae family. This plant is native to Europe and Asia, and it has been cultivated for centuries because of its beautiful white flowers.Lilium Martagon Album can grow up to 3 feet tall, and it has a bulbous root…

Description Linnaea borealis, commonly known as twinflower, is a low-growing perennial plant that can be found in boreal forests, subalpine meadows, and moist stream banks across northern regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. This plant is named after the famous Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus, who discovered it in 1753.The twinflower plant features delicate, fragrant, bell-shaped flowers that are pinkish-white…

Description Leontopodium Leontopodioides, commonly known as Edelweiss, is a perennial alpine plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to the high altitudes of the European Alps and Himalayas. The plant has woolly white hairs on its leaves and flowers, which protect it from the harsh alpine environment. Edelweiss is considered a symbol of courage, purity, and love,…

Description Lomatium Dissectum is a herbaceous perennial plant native to North America. It is known by several names, including fernleaf biscuitroot, Indian parsley, and desert parsley. The plant grows up to three feet tall and has a fern-like appearance. It has a thick, woody taproot that can reach up to three feet deep, allowing it to survive in arid and…

Description Lechea Intermedia, also known as the pinweed, is a small plant species that belongs to the family Cistaceae. This plant is commonly found in sandy, dry soils across the eastern United States. Its unique appearance and hardiness make it a popular choice for gardeners and landscapers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Eudicots Order Malvales Family…

Description Lepanthes Magnifica, also known as the Magnificent Lepanthes, is a beautiful and unique miniature orchid that is native to Ecuador. It belongs to the Lepanthes genus, which is one of the most diverse genera of orchids in the world. The plant has small, delicate flowers that are only a few millimeters in size. Despite its small size, Lepanthes Magnifica…

Description Luetkea is a small genus of flowering plants commonly found in North America. It belongs to the Rosaceae family and has only one species, Luetkea pectinata, also known as partridgefoot. Luetkea is a low-growing perennial herb that spreads by underground rhizomes. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer and fall. Its leaves are green and resemble…