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Description Litchi Chinensis, also known as litchi, lychee or leechee, is a tropical fruit tree native to southern China. It belongs to the Sapindaceae family and produces small, round, and sweet fruits with a hard, rough, reddish-brown shell that is easily removed. The fruit has a translucent white or pinkish flesh with a large seed in the center. Taxonomic Information…

Description Liatris Ligulistylis, commonly known as the Rocky Mountain Gayfeather or Blazing Star, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America, specifically in the Rocky Mountain region from Montana to New Mexico. The plant can grow up to 3 feet tall and has a spread of 1 to 2 feet. It…

Description Lysimachia Nummularia Aurea, commonly known as Golden Creeping Jenny, is a low-growing perennial plant that belongs to the Primulaceae family. It is native to Europe and Western Asia and is widely used in landscaping and gardening due to its beautiful golden-yellow foliage and easy-to-grow nature. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Ericales Family Primulaceae…

Description Lateristachys Lateralis is a plant species that belongs to the family Lamiaceae. Native to South America, this plant is commonly known as the “Coral Plant” due to its striking red flowers that resemble coral. Lateristachys Lateralis is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide, making it an ideal plant for landscaping.…

Description Liriope Graminifolia, commonly known as Liriope, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Asparagaceae family. It is native to East Asia and is widely cultivated as a ground cover or border plant due to its low maintenance and attractive appearance. Liriope has strap-shaped leaves that grow in clumps, and it produces spikes of lavender or white flowers in…

Description Lysiloma Candida, also known as Wild Tamarind, is a tree species that is native to the Americas. It is a part of the Fabaceae family, which includes legumes like beans and peas. This plant is known for its durability and hardiness, making it a popular choice for landscaping and reforestation projects. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta…

Description Lorandersonia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Melastomataceae. It was named after American botanist Loran C. Anderson. Lorandersonia is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is a small, delicate plant with beautiful pink flowers that bloom in clusters. Lorandersonia can be grown as an ornamental plant in…

Description Ludwigia Peploides Subsp. Stipulacea, also known as water primrose, is a perennial aquatic plant belonging to the family Onagraceae. This plant is native to the Americas, particularly in the southeastern United States, and has become invasive in many regions worldwide. It is characterized by its yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves that grow in an opposite pattern. Taxonomic Information Domain…

Description Lysimachia Hybrida, commonly known as Creeping Jenny, is a perennial ground cover plant that belongs to the family Primulaceae. It is native to Europe and Asia and primarily cultivated for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Ericales Family Primulaceae Genus Lysimachia Appearance Lysimachia Hybrida has round, bright green…

Description Lablab Purpureus, also known as hyacinth bean, is a flowering plant from the legume family. It is native to Africa but has been naturalized in many other parts of the world. This plant is a vigorous grower that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It has trifoliate leaves that are green and purple in color, and its…