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Otholobium Venustum

Description Otholobium Venustum is a rare and beautiful plant that is native to South Africa. It belongs to the Fabaceae family and is a member of the genus Otholobium. The plant is known for its stunning flowers that bloom in bright shades of pink and purple. It is also commonly referred to as the “Cape sow-thistle” or “Cape pea”. Taxonomic…

Ottelia

Description Ottelia is a genus of aquatic plants that belongs to the family Hydrocharitaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. The genus includes more than 30 species of free-floating or rooted aquatic plants that grow in freshwater habitats such as ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams. Ottelia plants have slender stems…

Oldenlandiopsis

Description Oldenlandiopsis is a genus of flowering plants in the Rubiaceae family, which comprises about 600 genera and 13,000 species. This genus consists of approximately 20 species of annual or perennial herbs that are native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. They are typically found in damp habitats such as forests, streambanks, and swamps. Taxonomic…

Olinia

Description Olinia is a genus of trees and shrubs that belong to the family Olacaceae. These plants are native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, where they grow in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and savannas. The genus contains about 30 species, which are known for their attractive foliage and showy flowers. Some species of Olinia are…

Ocimum

Description Ocimum, commonly known as basil, is a genus of aromatic plants in the family Lamiaceae. Native to tropical regions of central Africa and southeast Asia, Ocimum is widely grown for its culinary and medicinal uses. The plant has a strong, sweet scent and is used in a variety of dishes, such as pasta sauces, pesto, and salads. It is…

Osyris Quadripartita

Description Osyris Quadripartita is a woody, evergreen shrub that belongs to the Santalaceae family. It is native to the African continent and is commonly found in dry, sandy soils in savannas and woodlands. The plant is also known as African Sandalwood and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class…

Orchis Anatolica

Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Magnoliophyta Class Liliopsida Order Orchidales Family Orchidaceae Genus Orchis Appearance Orchis Anatolica is a small, terrestrial orchid that grows up to 20-30 cm tall. It has two basal leaves that are oval or ovate in shape, with a length of 4-10 cm and a width of 2-4 cm. The leaves are dark green…

Obolaria

Description Obolaria is a genus of flowering plants in the family Gentianaceae. Native to North America, this genus consists of three species of annual and perennial herbs. The plants typically have simple leaves and small white to pink flowers that bloom in early spring. The genus is named after the Greek word obolus, which refers to a small coin, reflecting…

Oligostachyum Oedogonatum

Description Oligostachyum oedogonatum, also known as the Himalayan bamboo, is a species of bamboo that belongs to the grass family Poaceae. It is native to the Himalayan region, particularly in Nepal, Bhutan, and India. This bamboo species is known for its thin culms, which are a popular choice for making baskets, hats, and other handcrafts. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom…

Omphalotrigonotis Cupulifera

Description Omphalotrigonotis Cupulifera is a rare and unique plant species that is native to the forests of Madagascar. It belongs to the family of Annonaceae and is known for its cup-shaped flowers that bloom during the fall season. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Magnoliales Family Annonaceae Genus Omphalotrigonotis Appearance The Omphalotrigonotis Cupulifera has shiny…