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Ptilium Crista-Castrensis

Ptilium Crista-Castrensis

Description Ptilium Crista-Castrensis, commonly known as the tufted moss, is a species of moss that belongs to the family Ptiliaceae. It is found in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, specifically in North America, Europe, and Asia. This moss is characterized by its bright green color and its tufted growth habit, which can reach up to 10 centimeters in…
Pteris Saxatilis

Pteris Saxatilis

Description Pteris Saxatilis, commonly known as rock brake or rock fern, is a species of fern that belongs to the Pteridaceae family. It is native to eastern North America and can be found in rocky woods, stream banks, and cliffs. This plant is known for its attractive fronds that grow up to 24 inches long and 12 inches wide. The…
Phacelia Malvifolia

Phacelia Malvifolia

Description Phacelia Malvifolia is a member of the Boraginaceae family which is commonly known as the purple phacelia. It is a flowering plant that is native to California and can grow up to 1.5 meters tall. The plant has a cylindrical stem with branches that grow outwards. The leaves are long, narrow, and have a gray-green color. The flowers are…
Pemphis Acidula

Pemphis Acidula

Description Pemphis Acidula, also known as the sea myrtle or ironwood, is a small, salt-tolerant shrub that belongs to the Lythraceae family. This shrub is native to coastal regions of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, including Southeast Asia, Australia, and the islands of the Pacific. Pemphis Acidula can grow up to 4 meters tall and has a dense, bushy appearance…
Passiflora Filipes

Passiflora Filipes

Description Passiflora Filipes, commonly known as the Red Passionflower, is a perennial vine species that belongs to the Passiflora genus. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil and Argentina. The plant is popular among gardeners and horticulturists because of its unique and showy flowers that bloom throughout the year. The flowers of…
Phymaspermum Acerosum

Phymaspermum Acerosum

Description Phymaspermum Acerosum, also known as the Sharp-leaved Phymaspermum, is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It belongs to the Apiaceae family and has a unique aroma that attracts bees and other pollinators. The plant can grow up to 50 cm in height and has a branched, hairy stem. Its leaves are sharp and serrated, with a dark…
Primula Latifolia

Primula Latifolia

Description Primula Latifolia, also known as Broad-leaved Primrose, is a perennial plant belonging to the Primulaceae family. It is native to various European countries, including Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy. This plant typically grows up to 30 centimeters tall and 30 centimeters wide. Its leaves are oval-shaped, dark green, and slightly hairy. The flowers are fragrant and bloom in bunches…
Pternopetalum

Pternopetalum

Description Pternopetalum is a genus of plants in the Apiaceae family, native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. It consists of only one species, Pternopetalum tenuifolium, which is commonly known as slender-leafed hog’s fennel. This plant is highly valued for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and sore…
Pleione

Pleione

Description Pleione is a genus of around 20 species of terrestrial orchids native to China, India, Japan, and Southeast Asia. These orchids are known for their beautiful flowers that come in a range of colors, such as pink, purple, white, and red. Pleione orchids are popular among gardeners and collectors due to their unique and showy appearance. Taxonomic Information Domain…
Polyalthia Longifolia

Polyalthia Longifolia

Description Polyalthia Longifolia, commonly known as the Indian Mast Tree, is a species of evergreen tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia. It belongs to the Annonaceae family and is known for its use in traditional medicine. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Magnoliales Family Annonaceae Genus Polyalthia Appearance The Polyalthia Longifolia tree can…
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