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Description Silene Coronaria, commonly known as Dusty Miller, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Caryophyllaceae family. The plant is native to the Mediterranean region, and it is popular for its beautiful silver-gray foliage and vibrant pink flowers. Silene Coronaria can grow up to 40 inches in height and 18 inches in width, making it an excellent addition…

Description Selenia is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the family Asteraceae. It comprises of approximately 11 species of perennial herbs that are native to South America. The plants have a basal rosette of leaves from which arises a single, tall stem that is topped with a single daisy-like flower head. The flower head consists of many small…

Description Schizanthus Pinnatus, also known as the Butterfly Flower due to its unique, fluttering blooms, is a flowering plant native to Chile. It belongs to the Solanaceae family, which includes other popular plants like tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants. Schizanthus Pinnatus is an annual plant that can grow up to 60cm in height and produces beautiful flowers that come in a…

Description Sorbus Aria, commonly known as the Mountain Ash or Whitebeam tree, is a deciduous tree that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is native to Europe, including the UK, and can grow up to 20 meters tall. The tree has a dense, rounded crown and a thick, rough bark that is gray-brown in color. It produces small, white flowers…

Description Scabiosa Caucasica Fama Deep Blue is a gorgeous perennial plant that is native to the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe. It is a member of the honeysuckle family and is known for its beautiful deep blue flowers that bloom from spring to fall. This plant grows up to 2 feet tall and spreads about 1.5 feet wide. It is…

Description Stanleya is a genus of flowering plants from the Brassicaceae family. The genus is native to western North America, from Mexico to Canada. There are six species of Stanleya, including Stanleya pinnata and Stanleya elata, commonly known as the prince’s plume. The plant has a long, sturdy stem that can grow up to 5 feet tall. The flowers are…

Description Sabulina Californica is a beautiful evergreen shrub that belongs to the mint family. This plant is also known as California Desert Lavender or Sandmint. Its scientific name is Sabulina californica and it has a beautiful aroma that is similar to lavender. The plant produces beautiful pinkish-purple flowers that bloom in the summer and fall. The leaves of the plant…

Description Salvinia is a genus of floating aquatic ferns that are native to South America. The plant’s common name is water spangles, and it is popular among aquarium and pond enthusiasts due to its attractive appearance and ease of care. Salvinia has no roots and floats on the water’s surface, with its leaves serving as the plant’s main photosynthetic organ.…

Description Salvia Guaranitica Black & Bloom, also known as Anise-Scented Sage, is a perennial plant that belongs to the mint family. It is native to Brazil, Paraguay, and northern Argentina, but has become popular in gardens around the world due to its striking appearance and easy care. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Lamiales Family…

Description Strombocactus is a genus of small, slow-growing cacti native to Mexico. It belongs to the family Cactaceae and is characterized by its globular or cylindrical shape with well-defined ribs and spines. Strombocactus is a popular cactus among collectors due to its unique appearance and low maintenance requirements. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Caryophyllales…