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Description Oxalis Chnoodes, commonly known as the Shamrock plant, is a perennial plant with clover-like leaves that belong to the Oxalidaceae family. This plant is native to South Africa and is widely cultivated for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. The shamrock plant is easy to care for, making it a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor gardens. Taxonomic…

Description Ornithopus Sativus, also known as the Spanish bird’s-foot trefoil or cocciluella, is a member of the pea family Fabaceae. It is an annual plant that is commonly grown as a forage crop in Mediterranean regions. The plant has a deep taproot system that allows it to tolerate drought conditions. The leaves are composed of three leaflets that are oval…

Description Oeceoclades Calcarata is a species of orchid that belongs to the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Madagascar and can also be found in other parts of Africa. This plant is epiphytic, which means it grows on the surface of other plants, and can reach a height of up to 40 cm. It has pseudobulbs that are cylindrical in…

Description Oxalis Corniculata, commonly known as Creeping Woodsorrel, is a perennial weed that belongs to the Oxalidaceae family. This invasive plant is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa but has spread to other parts of the world, including the Americas, Africa, and Australia. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Oxalidales Family Oxalidaceae Genus Oxalis…

Description Olearia Solandri, commonly known as the New Zealand Daisy Bush, is a stunning evergreen shrub that is native to New Zealand. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is a popular plant for landscaping, as it produces beautiful white flowers that resemble daisies. The plant can grow up to 5 meters tall and wide, making it perfect for hedges…

Description Ophiorrhiza Kuroiwae is a flowering plant belonging to the Rubiaceae family. It is commonly known as Kuroiwa’s snake-root and is native to Japan. This plant is a compact evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has shiny, dark green leaves and produces small, white or pale pink flowers that bloom in late summer. Taxonomic Information Domain…

Description Osteospermum Snow Pixie, also known as African Daisy Snow Pixie, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Africa and is widely grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The plant produces beautiful white flowers with yellow centers that bloom from spring to fall. The flowers are daisy-like and have…

Description Otholobium Candicans, commonly known as the silvery pea, is a species of flowering plant in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to the Western Cape of South Africa and can be found in sandy, rocky soils in fynbos and renosterveld vegetation. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Fabales Family Fabaceae Genus Otholobium Appearance…

Description Oxytropis Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Locoweed, is a flowering plant native to the Arctic regions of North America. It is a member of the Fabaceae family and is known for its unique appearance and medicinal properties. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Fabales Family Fabaceae Genus Oxytropis Appearance Oxytropis Borealis is a…

Description Ophrys Speculum, also known as the Mirror Orchid or the Sawfly Orchid, is a species of orchid native to Europe and the Mediterranean. This unique flower gets its name from the reflective blue patch on its lip, which resembles a mirror. It is a small orchid, growing up to 10-30 cm tall, with a single stem and one or…