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Ludwigia Polycarpa
Ludwigia Polycarpa
Description Ludwigia Polycarpa, also known as the many-fruited water primrose, is a perennial aquatic plant that belongs to the family Onagraceae. It is native to North America and can be found growing in wetlands, ponds, and slow-moving streams. The plant is known for its vibrant yellow flowers that bloom in the summer and fall. Ludwigia Polycarpa is commonly used in…
Lathyrus Odoratus
Lathyrus Odoratus
Description Lathyrus Odoratus, commonly known as Sweet Pea, is a fragrant flowering plant popular for its ornamental and aromatic qualities. This annual plant belongs to the Fabaceae family and is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a slender stem that climbs or trails, reaching a height of 6-8 feet. Sweet Pea blooms in the spring and summer, producing a…
Lapeirousia Jacquinii
Lapeirousia Jacquinii
Description Lapeirousia Jacquinii is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the family of Iridaceae. It is native to South Africa, particularly in the Western Cape Province. The plant has a bulb that is ovoid in shape, and the leaves are narrow and sword-shaped, growing up to 30 cm long. The flowers grow on long stems, and each stem can…
Linum Perenne
Linum Perenne
Description Linum Perenne, also known as perennial flax or blue flax, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Linaceae family. It is a herbaceous perennial plant that is native to Europe, but it has been introduced to other parts of the world such as North America. The plant can grow up to 60 cm tall and has a slender…
Lycaste
Lycaste
Description Lycaste is a genus of orchids that are native to Central and South America. There are around 30 species of Lycaste, and they are known for their beautiful, large flowers that can grow up to 10 inches in diameter. These flowers come in a variety of colors, including pink, yellow, white, and purple, and they have a waxy texture…
Leucanthemum Maximum
Leucanthemum Maximum
Description Leucanthemum Maximum, commonly known as Shasta Daisies, are a popular perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. The plant produces large, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers that bloom from late spring to early fall. The flowers can grow up to 4 inches in diameter and reach a height of 2-3 feet. The plant has a clumping…
Lechenaultia
Lechenaultia
Description Lechenaultia is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the Goodeniaceae family. This genus is native to Australia and comprises approximately 30 species of small shrubs and herbs. The name Lechenaultia is derived from the French botanist Jean-Baptiste Leschenault de la Tour, who accompanied Nicolas Baudin on a scientific expedition to Australia in 1801-1804. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya…
Lastreopsis Velutina
Lastreopsis Velutina
Description Lastreopsis Velutina, commonly known as the Velvet Shield Fern, is a species of fern that belongs to the Dryopteridaceae family. Native to New Zealand, this fern is widely grown for its attractive foliage and easy-to-care nature. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Pteridophyta Class Polypodiopsida Order Polypodiales Family Dryopteridaceae Genus Lastreopsis Appearance The Lastreopsis Velutina has a stunning…
Leptinella Plumosa
Leptinella Plumosa
Description Leptinella Plumosa, also known as Plume Leptinella, is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial plant that belongs to the daisy family. This unique plant species is native to New Zealand, but it can now be found in many parts of the world, including North America, Europe, and Australia. It features small, fern-like leaves that are soft to the touch and have…
Lonicera Oblongifolia
Lonicera Oblongifolia
Description Lonicera oblongifolia, commonly known as the native honeysuckle, is a deciduous shrub native to the eastern United States. It belongs to the Caprifoliaceae family and is a species of the Lonicera genus. The plant is known for its fragrant flowers and its ability to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. It grows up to a height of 6-10 feet and a…