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Symphyotrichum Ciliatum
Symphyotrichum Ciliatum
Description Symphyotrichum Ciliatum is a native herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. This plant is commonly known as Lindley’s aster, fringed American-aster, or Lindley’s American-aster. It is a highly branched plant that can grow up to 3 feet tall and 1-2 feet wide. The plant produces several small flowers that have a yellow center and purple or…
Scirpus
Scirpus
Description Scirpus is a genus of grass-like plants in the family Cyperaceae. It is native to wetlands and is commonly known as bulrush or club-rush. The plants are usually tall and have cylindrical stems with leaves that are long, narrow, and pointed. Scirpus is a popular choice for adding vertical interest to water gardens and ponds. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…
Spiraea Cantoniensis
Spiraea Cantoniensis
Description Spiraea Cantoniensis, also known as Reeves’ Spirea, is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Rosaceae family. This plant is native to China and is widely cultivated for ornamental purposes. It can grow up to 6 feet tall and 7 feet wide, with a spreading, arching growth habit. The plant produces clusters of small, white or pink flowers in…
Spiraea Fritschiana
Spiraea Fritschiana
Description Spiraea Fritschiana is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is native to China and is also commonly known as Fritsch’s Spirea. This shrub grows up to 2 meters tall and 1.5 meters wide. It has an upright growth habit and produces clusters of small, pinkish-white flowers in late spring or early summer. The leaves are…
Salix Gracilistyla
Salix Gracilistyla
Description Salix Gracilistyla, also known as the Willow Hybrid, is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Salicaceae family. The plant is native to Japan, China, and Korea but is now widely cultivated across the world. The Salix Gracilistyla is a hybrid of two willow species, Salix miyabeana and Salix chaenomeloides. The plant is popular for its stunning appearance and…
Scabiosa Columbaria Butterfly Blue
Scabiosa Columbaria Butterfly Blue
Scabiosa Columbaria Butterfly Blue is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the honeysuckle family, Caprifoliaceae. It is a popular choice for gardeners due to its beautiful blue flowers that bloom from summer to fall. This plant is also known as Pincushion Flower or Dove Pincushion. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Dipsacales Family Caprifoliaceae…
Sporobolus Indicus
Sporobolus Indicus
Description Sporobolus Indicus, commonly known as Indian dropseed, is a perennial warm-season grass that belongs to the Poaceae family. It is native to Asia, Australia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands. This grass is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping due to its attractive appearance and low maintenance requirements. It grows in clumps and produces long, narrow leaves that…
Sansevieria Trifasciata Moonshine
Sansevieria Trifasciata Moonshine
Description The Sansevieria Trifasciata Moonshine, also known as the Snake Plant, is a popular houseplant that is native to West Africa. It belongs to the family Asparagaceae and is a hardy and low-maintenance plant that is perfect for beginners. The plant has long and pointed leaves that are a light green color, making it a unique addition to any space.…
Senegalia Pennata
Senegalia Pennata
Description Senegalia Pennata, also known as the Feather Acacia, is a deciduous tree that belongs to the family Fabaceae. It is native to Africa and can grow up to 25 feet tall. The tree is widely cultivated for its ornamental value and is commonly used in landscaping projects. Senegalia Pennata has a unique feather-like foliage that adds a soft texture…
Syzygium
Syzygium
Description Syzygium is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the Myrtaceae family. It includes over 1200 species that are found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, especially in Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific islands. Syzygium plants are known for their attractive foliage, colorful flowers, and edible fruits. Some species are also used for medicinal purposes,…