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Vallisneria Australis

Description Vallisneria Australis, commonly known as Australian Water Weed, is a popular aquatic plant that belongs to the family of Hydrocharitaceae. It is native to Australia and can be found in freshwater habitats such as rivers, lakes, and ponds. The plant has long ribbon-like leaves that grow up to 1-2 meters in length and are about 5-10 mm wide. Its…

Vatica Mangachapoi

Description Vatica Mangachapoi is a rare and endangered plant species that belongs to the Dipterocarpaceae family. It is commonly known as “Kapur” or “Keruing Kapur” and is native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia. The tree can grow up to 30-40 meters tall and has a straight trunk that can reach up to 1 meter…

Vaccinium Oxycoccos

Description Vaccinium Oxycoccos, commonly known as bog cranberry, is a small, creeping evergreen shrub that belongs to the Ericaceae family. It is native to the northern hemisphere and grows naturally in acidic bogs, marshes, and wetlands. The plant has small, pink or white flowers that bloom in the summer and produce red berries that ripen in the fall. The berries…

Verbesina Rothrockii

Description Verbesina Rothrockii is a rare and endangered plant species that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is a herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1.5 meters tall, with a woody base that can reach up to 20 centimeters in diameter. It is native to the southwestern United States, particularly in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. Taxonomic Information Domain…

Vicia Caroliniana

Description Vicia Caroliniana, commonly known as Carolina vetch, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. This climbing plant can grow up to 3-4 feet tall and has compound leaves with 6-12 pairs of leaflets. The flowers are small and pink to purple in color, and the fruits are small pods containing small seeds. Taxonomic Information Domain…

Vaccinium Bracteatum

Description Vaccinium Bracteatum, commonly known as Himalayan blueberry or the Himalayan whortleberry, is a perennial shrub that belongs to the heath family. This plant is native to the Himalayas and is widely distributed in regions such as China, Bhutan, India, and Nepal. Vaccinium Bracteatum is known for its edible fruits that have a sweet and sour taste, and are rich…

Valeriana Pyrenaica

Description Valeriana Pyrenaica, also known as Pyrenean Valerian, is a species of flowering plant that belongs to the Valerianaceae family. This perennial plant is native to the mountains of southern Europe, including the Pyrenees, Alps, and Apennines. It is widely recognized for its beautiful pink and white flowers that bloom in the summer. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…

Vaccinium Arctostaphylos

Description Vaccinium Arctostaphylos, also known as the Alpine Bearberry, is a low-growing evergreen shrub that belongs to the family Ericaceae. This plant species is native to North America, Europe, and Asia. Its leaves are thick, leathery, and have a glossy green appearance. The plant produces bell-shaped flowers that bloom from May to June and edible, red berries that ripen in…

Venturiella Sinensis

Description Venturiella Sinensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, and Yunnan. It is a small herbaceous plant with a height of around 10-15 cm. The plant has hairy leaves that are dark green in color and have a rough texture.…

Veronica Heartbreaker

Description Veronica Heartbreaker, also known as Speedwell, is a popular perennial plant that is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It belongs to the Plantaginaceae family and is known for its attractive blue-purple flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. This plant can grow up to 12 inches tall and 18 inches wide, making it perfect for…