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Description Watsonia Schlechteri is a perennial plant that belongs to the family Iridaceae. It is native to the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa and is named after William Watson, who was a British botanist. This plant produces striking flowers that are perfect for adding color and beauty to any garden. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class…

Description Wurmbea Marginata, commonly known as the Grass Lily or Pagoda Lily, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Colchicaceae family. This plant is native to southern Australia and can be found in various habitats, including sandy or rocky soils, open forests, and grasslands. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Liliopsida Order Liliales Family Colchicaceae Genus…

Description Woodsiaceae, commonly known as the cliffs fern family, is a group of ferns that are native to temperate regions of the world. These plants are usually found growing in rocky habitats such as cliffs, boulders, and crevices. Woodsiaceae plants are known for their delicate fronds and are often used as ornamental plants in gardens and landscapes. Taxonomic Information Domain…

Description Wikstroemia Monnula is a flowering plant that belongs to the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to China and Taiwan and is also known as Chinese Hat Plant. The plant has a woody stem and grows up to 2 meters in height. Its leaves are elliptic or lanceolate in shape and are arranged alternately on the stem. The flowers of…

Description Werauhia is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Bromeliaceae. These plants are known for their unique appearance and beautiful flowers. The genus was named after the Ecuadorian botanist, Luis Werauhia. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Liliopsida Order Poales Family Bromeliaceae Genus Werauhia Appearance Werauhia plants are epiphytes, which means that they…

Description Watsonia Lepida, also known as the Pink Watsonia, is a species of flowering plant in the iris family, Iridaceae. It is native to South Africa and is a popular garden plant in many countries. The plant produces tall spikes of pink flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. The flowers are trumpet-shaped and have six petals. Taxonomic…

Description Wolffia Columbiana, also known as Columbian water-meal or tiny duckweed, is the world’s smallest flowering plant. It belongs to the family Lemnaceae and is native to North and South America. This aquatic plant is often found floating in still or slow-moving freshwater habitats such as ponds, lakes, and streams. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Monocots…

Description Wendlandia Uvariifolia, also known as Moonbeam, is a small tree or shrub that belongs to the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This plant is prized for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers that bloom in clusters. The leaves of Wendlandia Uvariifolia are dark green and glossy, while the flowers…

Description Wahlenbergia Marginata, also known as the Australian bluebell, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. This plant can grow up to 50 cm high and 30 cm wide. It has slender, branched stems with small, hairy leaves that range from 3 to 5 cm in length. The flowers of Wahlenbergia Marginata are bell-shaped and vary in color from…

Description Wissadula Amplissima is a flowering plant from the family Malvaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central, and South America. This plant is also known as Velvetleaf or Wild Hollyhock. It grows up to 4 feet tall and produces small yellow flowers. The leaves are heart-shaped and have a velvety texture. The plant is commonly used in traditional medicine…