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Utricularia Striatula
Utricularia Striatula
Description Utricularia Striatula is a carnivorous plant that belongs to the genus Utricularia. It is commonly known as the Striped Bladderwort and is native to South America. This plant is a small, aquatic herb that grows in shallow waters with a maximum depth of 5 cm. It has a unique trap mechanism that helps it feed on small aquatic organisms…
Ulmus Thomasii
Ulmus Thomasii
Description Ulmus Thomasii, also known as Rock Elm or Cork Elm, is a deciduous tree native to North America. It belongs to the Ulmaceae family and is commonly found in the eastern and central regions of the United States and Canada. The tree can grow up to 80 feet tall and has a trunk diameter of 3 feet. Taxonomic Information…
Ulmus Americana
Ulmus Americana
Description Ulmus Americana, also known as American Elm, is a deciduous tree that belongs to the family Ulmaceae. This tree is native to North America and can be found in various habitats, including forests, meadows, and urban areas. The American Elm is a large tree that can grow up to 100 feet tall and 60 feet wide. It has a…
Ulota Obtusiuscula
Ulota Obtusiuscula
Description Ulota Obtusiuscula is a species of moss found in various habitats, including forests, rocky slopes, and urban areas. It is commonly known as blunt-leaved ulota and is native to Europe and North America. This moss has a unique growth pattern, forming dense mats or tufts that can grow up to 3 cm tall. It has a greenish-yellow color and…
Ungeria Floribunda
Ungeria Floribunda
Description Ungeria Floribunda, also known as the African iris or Morea iris, is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It belongs to the family Iridaceae and is known for its attractive flowers that bloom in spring and summer. The plant is commonly grown for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a cut flower. Taxonomic Information | Domain|…
Urospermum Dalechampii
Urospermum Dalechampii
Description The Urospermum Dalechampii, also known as the Golden Button or the Yellow Button, is a beautiful plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows mainly in rocky and dry areas. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Asterales Family Asteraceae Genus Urospermum Appearance The Urospermum Dalechampii can…
Uncaria Rhynchophylla
Uncaria Rhynchophylla
Description Uncaria Rhynchophylla, also known as Gou Teng, is a species of woody vine that belongs to the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. The plant is known for its medicinal properties, including its ability to lower blood pressure, reduce anxiety and stress, and improve cognitive function. It is…
Urochloa
Urochloa
Description Urochloa is a genus of grass that belongs to the Poaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. This grass genus is commonly known as signal grass or brachiaria. Urochloa has around 100 species, with some being cultivated as forage or pasture grasses. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…
Ulmus Rubra
Ulmus Rubra
Description Ulmus Rubra, also known as the Slippery Elm, belongs to the Ulmaceae family. It is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 20-30 meters tall and 60-120 centimeters in diameter. In the fall season, its leaves turn yellow and fall off. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Rosales Family Ulmaceae Genus Ulmus Appearance…
Ugni Molinae
Ugni Molinae
Description Ugni Molinae, also known as Chilean guava or murta, is a small evergreen shrub that belongs to the Myrtaceae family. It is native to South America, specifically in Chile and Argentina. It usually grows up to 2 to 3 meters tall and 1.5 to 2 meters wide. Its leaves are glossy and dark green, while its flowers are white…