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Leymus Mollis
Leymus Mollis
Description Leymus Mollis is a species of grass commonly found in North America. It is also known as the American dunegrass or wild rye. The grass can grow up to 1-3 feet in height and spread out to 2-4 feet wide. The leaves of the plant are long and narrow, measuring up to 1 inch in width and 12 inches…
Litsea Cubeba
Litsea Cubeba
Description Litsea Cubeba, also known as May Chang or Mountain Pepper, is a small deciduous tree in the Lauraceae family that is native to China and Southeast Asia. It grows up to 8 meters tall and has a smooth and greyish bark. The tree produces small flowers that are yellow and have a strong lemon scent. After the flowers bloom,…
Lomatia Fraseri
Lomatia Fraseri
Description Lomatia Fraseri is a beautiful plant that belongs to the Proteaceae family. It is a rare species that is native to the high altitude rainforests of Australia, specifically in New South Wales and Queensland. This plant is named after Charles Fraser, a Scottish botanist who first discovered it in 1826. Lomatia Fraseri is also commonly known as the Silky…
Langsdorffia Hypogaea
Langsdorffia Hypogaea
Description Langsdorffia Hypogaea is a parasitic plant that belongs to the family Balanophoraceae. It is commonly known as the “peanut of the prairies” due to its underground peanut-like tubers. The plant is native to South America, but it can also be found in parts of North America, Asia, and Africa. Langsdorffia Hypogaea has a unique appearance and care requirements, making…
Lilium Monte Negro
Lilium Monte Negro
Description Lilium Monte Negro, also known as the Black Mountain Lily, is a stunning perennial plant that belongs to the Liliaceae family. It is native to the western regions of North America and can grow up to 3 to 4 feet tall. This plant produces large, trumpet-shaped flowers that are deep maroon or black in color with a yellow center.…
Lactuca Sativa Var. Crispa Lollo Rossa
Lactuca Sativa Var. Crispa Lollo Rossa
Description Lactuca Sativa Var. Crispa Lollo Rossa, also known as red coral lettuce, is a leafy vegetable that is commonly used in salads. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and is known for its curly, red-tinted leaves. This plant is an annual and can grow up to 12 inches in height. It is a popular choice for gardeners…
Lomandra Filiformis
Lomandra Filiformis
Description Lomandra Filiformis, also known as Wattle Mat Rush or Scented Mat Rush, is a perennial plant that is native to Australia. It belongs to the family Asparagaceae and is widely known for its unique appearance and hardiness. It is a popular choice for landscaping and is commonly used as a groundcover, border plant, or accent plant. This plant has…
Lachenalia Carnosa
Lachenalia Carnosa
Description Lachenalia Carnosa, also known as Cape Hyacinth or Wax Lachenalia, is a bulbous perennial plant that belongs to the family Asparagaceae. It is native to the Western Cape Province of South Africa and has become a popular ornamental plant in many parts of the world. The plant features small, densely packed flowers that bloom in shades of pink, purple,…
Loxsomataceae
Loxsomataceae
Description Loxsomataceae is a small family of flowering plants that includes just one genus, Loxsoma. These plants are native to Central and South America and are known for their unusual appearance, which includes thick, fleshy leaves arranged in a rosette pattern. The flowers of Loxsomataceae are small and typically green or white in color. While these plants are not commonly…
Lepidium Perfoliatum
Lepidium Perfoliatum
Description Lepidium Perfoliatum, also known as Clasping Pepperweed or Thoroughwort, is a herbaceous annual plant that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. It is native to North America and can grow up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, and the stem clasps the leaves, giving it the name “clasping” pepperweed. The plant produces tiny white flowers…