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Description Ourisia Crosbyi, commonly known as Crosby’s Ourisia, is an evergreen perennial plant native to the mountains of Chile. It belongs to the family Plantaginaceae and is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and vibrant flowers. This plant is named after the American botanist, Mrs. Crosby. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Angiospermae Order…

Description Oenothera Rosea, also known as Evening Primrose, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Onagraceae family. It is native to North America, but it can also be found in Europe, Asia, and Australia. This plant has been used for medicinal purposes by Native Americans for centuries. It is a hardy perennial that can grow up to 3 feet…

Description Orphium Frutescens, also known as the sea-lavender, is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the family Plumbaginaceae. It is a perennial herb that is native to the coasts of Europe, Asia, and Africa. It is widely cultivated for its ornamental value and is also used in herbal medicine. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida…

Description Oxalis Magellanica, also known as Magellan’s wood sorrel, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Oxalidaceae family. It is native to southern South America, particularly in Chile and Argentina, and is commonly found in forests, meadows, and rocky slopes. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 10 inches in height and spreads out up to…

Description Orostachys is a genus of succulent plants that belongs to the Crassulaceae family. The name Orostachys is derived from the Greek words oros, which means mountain, and stachys, which means spike, referring to the plant’s preference for growing in mountainous regions and its flower spikes. This genus consists of around 30 species of rosette-forming plants that are native to…

Description Ohwia is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Melastomataceae. It is native to the rainforests of South America and is known for its unique and beautiful appearance. Ohwia has a woody stem and can grow up to 3 meters tall. It produces large, showy flowers that range in color from pink to purple to white.…

Description Oxalis Alpina, also known as Alpine Wood Sorrel or Mountain Sorrel, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Oxalidaceae family. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 20cm in height. This unique plant is commonly found in rocky and alpine habitats, making it a popular choice for rock gardens and borders. The plant has clover-shaped…

Description Oenothera Brachycarpa, commonly known as the short-fruited evening primrose, is a flowering plant that belongs to the family Onagraceae. It is native to North America, specifically in the Great Plains region, and can grow up to 1.5 feet tall. The plant has a unique feature of opening its flowers in the evening and closing them in the morning. The…

Description Orthosia is a genus of moths in the family Noctuidae. It consists of over 20 species found in the Northern Hemisphere, particularly in Europe and North America. These moths are known for their distinctive markings and colors, making them a popular subject for insect collectors and photographers. Orthosia moths are also important pollinators, particularly for plants that bloom at…

Description Orchis Mascula, also known as Early Purple Orchid, is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family, native to Europe and Asia. It is a terrestrial orchid that typically grows in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands. The plant grows up to 50 cm tall and produces a spike of purple or pink flowers that bloom in early spring.…