O

Description Osmorhiza Longistylis, commonly known as sweet cicely or aniseroot, is a woodland plant native to North America. It belongs to the Apiaceae family and has fern-like leaves and delicate white flowers that bloom from May to July. The plant is known for its anise-like scent and flavor, and its roots have been used for medicinal purposes. Taxonomic Information Domain…

Description Opuntia Macrocentra, also known as Black Spine Cactus, is a species of cactus native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. This slow-growing cactus can reach up to 4 feet in height and 6 feet in width. The plant has a shrubby growth habit and is characterized by its flattened pads that are covered in black spines. During the…

Description Oenothera Suffulta, commonly known as the Western Evening Primrose or the Holtville Evening Primrose, is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Onagraceae family. It is native to California, Arizona, and Nevada in the United States and Baja California in Mexico. The plant has a basal rosette of leaves and the stem grows to a height of 30 to 50…

Description Oedera Acerosa, also known as the Sharp-leaved Vine, is a perennial plant that belongs to the family Araliaceae. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. The plant is known for its unique appearance, which makes it a great addition to any garden or indoor space. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta…

Description Osmorhiza is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, commonly known as sweet cicely or sweetroot. The plants are native to North America and Eurasia, and grow in a variety of habitats, from forests to meadows to stream banks. The genus name comes from the Greek words “osme”, meaning smell, and “rhiza”, meaning root, referring to the…

Description Oxalis Depressa is a low growing, spreading plant that is native to New Zealand. This plant has a unique, shamrock-like appearance with triangular leaves that are green on top and purple on the underside. It produces delicate white or pink flowers that bloom in the spring and summer months. Oxalis Depressa is commonly used as a ground cover or…

Description Orobanchaceae is a plant family that includes more than 200 species of parasitic plants. These plants are known for their unique way of obtaining nutrients – they attach themselves to the roots of other plants and draw nutrients from them. Orobanchaceae is also known as the broomrape family, due to the broomrape (Orobanche) genus being one of the most…

Description Oenothera Speciosa Rosea, also known as Pink Evening Primrose, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Onagraceae family. It is native to North America and can be found in the wild in areas such as prairies, meadows, and along roadsides. This plant is known for its beautiful pink flowers that bloom in the evening, hence the name “Evening…

Description Opuntia Tomentosa, commonly known as the Woolly Jointed Prickly Pear, is a cactus species native to Mexico. It belongs to the Cactaceae family and is highly valued for its ornamental value. The plant is recognized by its distinctive woolly covering that protects it from extreme temperatures. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Caryophyllales Family…

Description Oxalis Micrantha, commonly known as Pink Shamrock, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Oxalidaceae family. It is native to South America and is popularly grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. The plant produces delicate pink flowers that bloom in the spring and summer months, adding a pop of color to any space. The leaves…