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Description Ourisia Caespitosa, also known as the “Tufted Ourisia,” is a plant that is native to South America. It is a member of the family Plantaginaceae, and it is known for its beautiful flowers and unique appearance. The plant typically grows to be around 10-15 cm tall, and it produces small, delicate flowers that are white or pink in color.…

Description Osmanthus Fragrans, also known as Sweet Osmanthus, is an evergreen shrub native to Asia, specifically China and Japan. The plant is known for its fragrant flowers and leaves, which are commonly used in teas, perfumes, and traditional Chinese medicine. It belongs to the family Oleaceae and is a member of the Osmanthus genus. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae…

Description Oceaniopteris is a genus of ferns that belongs to the family Polypodiaceae. The genus comprises about 10 species that are found in tropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. These ferns have a unique feature of bearing fertile fronds that are different from the sterile fronds. The fertile fronds bear spores that help in reproduction. Taxonomic Information…

Description Ocotea Psychotrioides, commonly known as Psychotria Ocotea or Ocotea, is an evergreen shrub that belongs to the Lauraceae family. It is native to the tropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America. The plant is characterized by its lance-shaped, dark green leaves and pale yellow flowers that bloom in clusters. Its fruit is a small, red berry that…

Description Opuntia Dillenii, commonly known as the Indian fig prickly pear, is a species of cactus native to North America, Central America, and the Caribbean islands. It is a large, sprawling cactus that can grow up to 5 meters in height and 3 meters in width. It has flat, fleshy pads that are green and covered in small spines. These…

Description Othonna Bulbosa, also known as the Pickle Plant, is a succulent plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to South Africa and is widely cultivated in various parts of the world. This plant has a unique appearance and is characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves that resemble pickles. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta…

Description Ophiorrhiza Pumila, also known as the dwarf snake root, is a low-growing perennial plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It belongs to the family Rubiaceae, which includes over 13,000 species of flowering plants. The plant has small, white, star-shaped flowers that bloom in clusters during the spring and summer months. It is commonly grown as a ground cover…

Description Oxalis Brasiliensis, commonly known as Pink Shamrock, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the family Oxalidaceae. It is native to Brazil and widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens, patios, and balconies. The plant can grow up to 30 cm in height and has a clumping habit. It produces attractive pink flowers that bloom from late…

Description Orchis Simia, also known as the Monkey Orchid, is a rare and unique orchid species that is native to the Mediterranean region, specifically in countries such as Italy, Spain, and Portugal. It is a terrestrial orchid, which means it grows on the ground and not on trees like most orchids.One of the most interesting features of the Orchis Simia…

Description Osmorhiza Claytonii, commonly known as Clayton’s sweetroot or sweet cicely, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It belongs to the Apiaceae family and is known for its sweet and anise-like fragrance. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Apiales Family Apiaceae Genus Osmorhiza Appearance Osmorhiza Claytonii can grow up to 1 meter…