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Description Orobanche Caryophyllacea, commonly known as the pink broomrape, is a parasitic plant that belongs to the Orobanchaceae family. This plant is native to Europe and North Africa, where it grows in sandy and rocky soils. It is a root parasite that attaches to the roots of other plants, particularly those in the Caryophyllaceae family, and absorbs nutrients and water…

Description Orthosia Scoparia, also known as the Common Quaker Moth, is a species of moth belonging to the family Noctuidae. It is native to Europe and has been introduced to North America. This moth is called the “Common Quaker” because it flies in the spring during the Quaker festival season. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Animalia Phylum Arthropoda Class Insecta…

Description Oreocallis Grandiflora, also known as the Andean Wax Flower, is a flowering plant that is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It is a member of the Melastomataceae family and is prized for its large, showy flowers that bloom in a range of colors including pink, purple, white, and red. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…

Description Orobanche Laxissima, commonly known as Naked Broomrape, is a parasitic plant that belongs to the Orobanchaceae family. It is native to Europe and can be found in many parts of the continent. The plant has a purple stem and can grow up to 25 cm in height. It has no leaves and relies on other plants for its nutrients.…

Description Orthoceras Strictum is a stunning perennial plant known for its beautiful foliage and colorful flowers. It belongs to the family of Iridaceae and is native to South Africa. It is commonly grown for its ornamental value and is often used in landscaping and gardening projects. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Monocots Order Asparagales Family Iridaceae…

Description Otholobium Obliquum, also known as Yellow Pea Bush, is a beautiful evergreen shrub that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to South Africa and grows up to 1.5 meters tall. The shrub has a woody stem and branches that are covered in small, green leaves. Its yellow flowers bloom in early spring and summer, attracting pollinators like…

Description The Orthoceras is an ancient marine creature that lived during the Paleozoic era, approximately 400 million years ago. The name Orthoceras means “straight horn,” which refers to its long, straight, conical shell. These creatures are believed to have been one of the earliest forms of life on Earth and were once widespread in the oceans. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya…

Description Osteospermum Soprano White, also known as African Daisy, is a popular and beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. This plant originates from South Africa and is highly appreciated for its long-lasting blooms and low maintenance requirements. The plant produces daisy-like flowers that bloom in shades of white, pink, purple, and blue, which can be used as…

Description Olearia Allomii, commonly known as the “Silver Daisy Bush,” is a beautiful plant species native to New Zealand. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. This plant produces masses of small, daisy-like flowers with white petals and yellow centers that bloom in summer and autumn. Its…

Description Oxalis Spiralis, commonly known as the African Wood Sorrel or the Spiral Oxalis, is a native plant of South Africa. It belongs to the Oxalidaceae family, which comprises about 800 species of plants distributed worldwide. This perennial plant has thin, green stems that grow up to 12 inches long and produces small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer.…