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Description Schoenolirion Wrightii, also known as Wright’s Lily or Pink Star Lily, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Melanthiaceae family. It is native to the southern United States, including Texas and Oklahoma, and can grow up to 1.5 feet tall. The plant produces pink or white flowers that bloom in the summer and fall, making it a popular…

Description Saxifraga Mutata, commonly known as the Alpine Saxifrage, is a small, herbaceous plant that belongs to the Saxifragaceae family. It is a native of the high-altitude regions of Central Asia and Europe, where it grows in rocky crevices and meadows. The plant is known for its beautiful, star-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer. Taxonomic Information…

Description Sceptridium Biternatum, commonly known as the Beaded Fern, is a unique fern species that belongs to the Ophioglossaceae family. It is a small-sized fern that grows up to 12 inches in height and 6 inches in width. The fern’s fronds are divided into three parts: a sterile frond, a fertile frond, and a stalk in between them. The sterile…

Description Staehelina is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. It originated from the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in South Africa. Staehelina plants are known for their daisy-like flowers that bloom in various shades of pink, purple, and white. The leaves are green and usually have a narrow, elongated shape. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae…

Description Sutera Cordata, also known as Bacopa Cordata, is a beautiful plant with delicate white flowers that bloom profusely throughout the summer months. It is a member of the Scrophulariaceae family and is native to South Africa. The plant has a trailing growth habit and is perfect for hanging baskets and containers. It is also commonly used as a ground…

Description Saussurea Alpina, commonly known as the Alpine Saw-wort, is a unique and striking plant species that belongs to the Asteraceae family. This plant is native to the high-altitude regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including the Himalayas, Alps, and Rocky Mountains. It is a hardy perennial plant that can survive in harsh conditions, making it a popular choice among gardeners…

Description Steganotaenia is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Apiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. The genus comprises of about 15 species of herbs and small trees. Some of the common species of Steganotaenia include Steganotaenia araliacea, Steganotaenia kerstingii, Steganotaenia ternata, and Steganotaenia viburnifolia. The plants are also known as African celery, wild…

Description Sabia (Mimosa caesalpiniifolia) is a fast-growing perennial tree that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is commonly known as “sabiá” in Portuguese. The tree can grow up to 10 meters in height, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. Sabia is widely cultivated in many countries for its ornamental value and medicinal…

Description Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna, commonly known as Great Burnet or Poterium sanguisorba, is a perennial flowering herbaceous plant. It is native to Europe and Asia and can grow up to 1.2 meters tall. The plant has a long and thin stem with pinnate leaves that are green in color. The flowers are small and reddish-pink in color, arranged in…

Description Sanicula Epipactis, also known as the “woodland sanicle,” is a flowering plant that belongs to the Apiaceae family. This perennial plant is native to North America and can be found in moist woodlands and along streams. It typically grows up to 2 feet tall and has leaves that are divided into three leaflets. The flowers are small, greenish-white, and…