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Description Leonurus Sibiricus, also known as Siberian motherwort or Chinese motherwort, is a perennial herb that belongs to the mint family. It is native to China, Japan, Korea, and Siberia and has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as menstrual disorders, anxiety, and high blood pressure. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Magnoliopsida…

Description Lepuropetalon Spathulatum, also known as the spoonleaf sundew, is a carnivorous plant native to South Africa. It belongs to the Droseraceae family and is a perennial herb with a small rosette of leaves that grow up to 5 cm in diameter. The leaves are covered in sticky hairs that trap insects, which the plant then digests for nutrients. The…

Description Larix Lyallii, commonly known as Lyall’s Larch, is a deciduous coniferous tree native to North America. It belongs to the Pinaceae family and is characterized by its slender, conical shape and needle-like leaves. The tree can grow up to 30 meters in height and 60 centimeters in diameter. It has a straight trunk with a gray-brown bark that becomes…

Description Ledebouria Venteri is a species of bulbous plant that belongs to the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa and can also be found in Zimbabwe. The plant is named after the South African botanist Dr. J.P. Venter. It is a popular ornamental plant due to its unique appearance and easy care requirements. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom…

Description Loxogramme is a genus of ferns that belongs to the Polypodiaceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. This fern is known for its attractive fronds that can grow up to 3 feet long. The leaves are typically lance-shaped, with a glossy green color and a leathery texture. The fronds…

Description Lagerstroemia Cherry Dazzle, also known as Crape Myrtle, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that belongs to the Lythraceae family. It is a hybrid of the Lagerstroemia indica and Lagerstroemia fauriei species, resulting in a beautiful and hardy plant that blooms vibrant pink flowers in the summer. It can grow up to 10 feet tall and 8 feet…

Description Lyonia is a genus of evergreen shrubs or small trees that grow in wet soils. They are native to the southeastern United States and the Caribbean. There are about 14 species of Lyonia that belong to the heath family, Ericaceae. Lyonia species are popular for their attractive foliage and flowers, and are often used in landscaping and as ornamental…

Description Lupinus, commonly known as lupin or lupine, is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the legume family Fabaceae. This genus comprises over 200 species of annual and perennial plants that grow in a wide range of habitats from coastal dunes to mountain slopes. Lupinus is native to North and South America, with some species also found in Europe…

Description Lobelia Roughii is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Lobelia genus. It is also known as Rough Lobelia and has a native range that extends from the southeastern United States to northern Mexico. The plant features tall stems that can grow up to 3 feet in height and has deep green leaves that are arranged alternately along…

Description Lasianthaea Podocephala, also known as the Sierra Nevada mountain-cushion or Sierra Nevada woolly sunflower, is a beautiful wildflower native to the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California. This perennial plant belongs to the Asteraceae family and grows in clumps, reaching up to 12 inches in height and up to 24 inches in width. It produces stunning yellow flowers that…