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Description Saraca is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Fabaceae. It is commonly known as the Ashoka tree, as it is associated with the Indian emperor Ashoka who ruled from 268 to 232 BCE. The tree is native to the Indian subcontinent and is revered for its ornamental and religious value. It is a medium-sized evergreen…

Description Sarraceniaceae is a family of carnivorous plants that is native to North America. These plants are also commonly known as pitcher plants or Trumpet pitchers. They are known for their ability to catch and digest insects in order to supplement their nutrient-poor soil environment. Sarraceniaceae is a diverse family of plants, with several different species that vary in size,…

Description Selaginella Densa, commonly known as the Lesser Clubmoss, is a small fern-like plant that belongs to the Selaginellaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of America, Africa, and Asia, and is widely used as an ornamental plant in terrariums, vivariums, and gardens. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Lycopodiophyta Class Lycopodiopsida Order Selaginellales Family Selaginellaceae…

Description Scandia Rosifolia is a rare and beautiful plant species that belongs to the family of Campanulaceae. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that can grow up to a height of 60 cm (24 inches). The plant has a woody base and produces several stems that branch outwards. The leaves of Scandia Rosifolia are ovate or elliptic in shape, with…

Description Sphaeralcea Gierischii, also known as Gierisch’s globemallow, is a flowering plant that belongs to the mallow family. It is a perennial plant that is native to the Chihuahuan Desert in the United States and Mexico. The plant produces showy, bright orange flowers that bloom from spring to summer, attracting birds and butterflies. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…

Description Sphaeralcea Incana, commonly known as the gray globemallow or woolly globemallow, is a perennial plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows up to 3 feet tall and wide and is characterized by its rounded leaves and bright orange flowers that bloom from spring to fall. The plant is drought-tolerant and can grow in various…

Description Salix Kazbekensis, commonly known as Kazbek Willow, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that belongs to the Salicaceae family. This willow species is native to the Caucasus Mountains, specifically in the Kazbegi region of Georgia, and can grow up to 5 meters in height. Its leaves are lance-shaped, with serrated edges, and its flowers are yellowish-green, appearing in…

Description Scutellaria Lateriflora, commonly known as Blue Skullcap or Mad-dog Skullcap, is a perennial plant that belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae. This plant is native to North America and grows up to 60 cm in height. It has a square stem and produces small blue flowers that bloom from June to September. The leaves of Scutellaria Lateriflora are opposite,…

Description Sandoricum Koetjape is a tropical fruit tree that is native to Southeast Asia. It is commonly known as the Santol fruit or the Wild Mangosteen. The fruit is a popular food in the region and is enjoyed for its sweet and sour flavor. The tree can grow up to 50 feet tall and produces large, round fruits with a…

Description Silene Menziesii, also known as Menzies’ catchfly, is a perennial herb native to North America. It is a member of the Caryophyllaceae family and is characterized by its showy, pink flowers. This plant usually grows up to two feet tall and has narrow leaves that are blue-green and grow in a basal rosette. Silene Menziesii is a popular choice…