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Lafoensia

Description Lafoensia is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the famed Lythraceae family. This genus comprises about 18 species of shrubs and trees that grow naturally in tropical regions of South and Central America, particularly in the Amazon Basin. These plants are known for their beautiful flowers and medicinal properties, and they are often used for ornamental purposes.…

Leavenworthia Texana

Description Leavenworthia Texana, also known as the Texas gladecress, is a small flowering plant that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. It is native to the south-central United States, particularly in Texas and Oklahoma. The plant is named after Melines Conklin Leavenworth, a 19th-century American botanist. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Angiospermae Order Brassicales Family Brassicaceae Genus…

Lachenalia Vanzyliae

Description Lachenalia Vanzyliae is a perennial plant that belongs to the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in rocky outcrops and along stream banks. The plant is named after Anton van Zyl, who discovered it in Nieuwoudtville in the Northern Cape Province in 1979. The plant produces a single flowering stem that grows up to…

Lasthenia Maritima

Description Lasthenia Maritima, commonly known as Seashore Tidy Tips, is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the coast of California, where its bright yellow blooms can be seen from March to August. This annual plant has a height of 15-40cm and a width of 10-30cm. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta…

Lathyrus Lanszwertii

Description Lathyrus Lanzwerti, commonly known as Lanzwerti sweet pea, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to Afghanistan, Pakistan, and northern India. This plant can grow up to 2 meters tall with a twining habit. The leaves of Lathyrus Lanzwerti are pinnate, consisting of two leaflets, with a length of 2-7 cm. The…

Lithospermum Erythrorhizon

Description Lithospermum Erythrorhizon, commonly known as the Chinese Medicinal Plant, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Boraginaceae family. It is native to East Asia, particularly in China, Japan, and Korea. This plant has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to treat different ailments such as inflammation, fever, and cancer. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…

Lapeirousia Oreogena

Description Lapeirousia Oreogena, commonly known as mountain pride, is a stunning perennial plant that belongs to the family of Iridaceae. This plant is native to the Drakensberg Mountains in South Africa and is known for its beautiful flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. Taxonomic Information Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Plantae Phylum: Angiosperms Class: Monocots Order: Asparagales Family: Iridaceae…

Lamium Purpureum

Description Lamium Purpureum, also known as purple dead-nettle, is a herbaceous plant that belongs to the mint family Lamiaceae. This annual plant is native to Europe and Asia but can now be found throughout North America. It grows up to 30 cm tall, with square stems that are covered in fine hairs. The leaves are opposite and heart-shaped, with a…

Lomatium Columbianum

Description Lomatium Columbianum, also known as Columbia biscuitroot, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is native to western North America, particularly to the Pacific Northwest region. This plant can grow up to 1 meter in height, with a thick taproot that can reach up to 1.5 meters deep. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…

Lonchocarpus Violaceus

Description Lonchocarpus Violaceus, commonly known as Pata de Vaca or Cow’s Foot, is a deciduous tree that belongs to the Fabaceae family. This plant is native to South America and is commonly found in countries such as Brazil, Peru, and Colombia. It is a popular ornamental plant due to its beautiful purple flowers and ability to grow in a variety…