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Metrosideros Polymorpha
Metrosideros Polymorpha
Description Metrosideros Polymorpha, also known as Ohia Lehua, is an iconic Hawaiian tree that belongs to the myrtle family, Myrtaceae. It is a native tree to Hawaii and is found on all the main islands. The tree is known for its beautiful, bright red flowers that bloom throughout the year, making it a symbol of love and passion in Hawaiian…
Myrtillocactus
Myrtillocactus
Description Myrtillocactus is a genus of cacti that belongs to the Cactaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is widely cultivated for its ornamental value. Myrtillocactus is a slow-growing cactus that can grow up to 10 feet tall and 3 feet wide. Its stem is cylindrical or slightly flattened and has ribs that are covered with…
Mallotus Paniculatus
Mallotus Paniculatus
Description Mallotus Paniculatus, also known as the Kamala Tree or Monkey Face Tree, is a small deciduous tree that belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar. The tree has a straight trunk and can grow up to 10 meters tall. Its leaves are simple and alternate, with a length of about 20-25 cm…
Micranthes Bryophora
Micranthes Bryophora
Description Micranthes Bryophora, also known as the mossy saxifrage, is a perennial plant native to the alpine regions of North America. It belongs to the Saxifragaceae family and is a small, low-growing plant that typically reaches a height of 2-4 inches. It produces small white flowers in the spring and summer months, which are a favorite of pollinators like bees…
Microbryum
Microbryum
Description Microbryum is a genus of mosses that belongs to the family Pottiaceae. It is named after its small size, as ‘micro’ means small, and ‘bryum’ means moss. This genus comprises of around 30 species that are distributed throughout the world. Microbryum mosses are commonly found in dry habitats such as rocky outcrops, deserts, and arctic regions. Taxonomic Information Domain…
Melia
Melia
Description Melia is a genus of plants that belongs to the family Meliaceae. There are approximately 50 species of Melia, which are native to Asia, Africa, and Australia. The most well-known species is Melia azedarach, also known as the Chinaberry tree, which is cultivated for its ornamental value and medicinal properties. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class…
Magnolia Liliiflora
Magnolia Liliiflora
Description Magnolia Liliiflora, commonly known as the “lily magnolia,” is a deciduous shrub or small tree that belongs to the Magnoliaceae family. It is native to Southwest China and is widely cultivated for its ornamental value. The plant has a slow to moderate growth rate and reaches a height of up to 20 feet. It produces large, showy flowers in…
Mastersiella Spathulata
Mastersiella Spathulata
Description Mastersiella Spathulata, also known as the Spoonleaf Sundew, is a carnivorous plant native to Australia. It is part of the Droseraceae family and is known for its unique appearance and ability to capture insects. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Caryophyllales Family Droseraceae Genus Mastersiella Appearance The Spoonleaf Sundew has small, spoon-shaped leaves that…
Marshallia
Marshallia
Description Marshallia is a genus of perennial plants that belong to the Asteraceae family. This plant is native to North America and has over 20 species, which are mainly found in the southeastern United States. The plant is known for its striking appearance and unique characteristics. The plant is typically grown for its ornamental value and is used in landscaping,…
Macleaya
Macleaya
Description Macleaya is a genus of flowering plants in the family Papaveraceae, commonly known as plume poppies. The genus consists of two species of tall herbaceous perennials that are native to China and Japan. They are widely grown as ornamental plants in gardens due to their showy foliage and large panicles of creamy-white flowers that bloom in midsummer. These plants…