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Ximenia
Ximenia
Description Ximenia is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the Olacaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and Madagascar. The genus consists of approximately 30 species of evergreen trees or shrubs that have a variety of uses, including as ornamental plants, timber, and traditional medicine. The most commonly cultivated species of Ximenia is Ximenia americana.…
Xanthoceras Sorbifolia
Xanthoceras Sorbifolia
Description Xanthoceras Sorbifolia, commonly known as the Yellowhorn tree, is a deciduous tree native to China. This plant is well-known for its ornamental value and hardiness, making it a popular choice for gardeners around the world. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Magnoliophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Sapindales Family Sapindaceae Genus Xanthoceras Appearance The Yellowhorn tree can grow up to…
Xanthorrhoea Preissii
Xanthorrhoea Preissii
Description Xanthorrhoea Preissii, also known as the Grass Tree, is a unique plant species native to Australia. It belongs to the family Xanthorrhoeaceae and is an evergreen perennial. The plant can grow up to 6 meters tall with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. It is characterized by long, grass-like leaves that grow from the base of the…
Xyris Smalliana
Xyris Smalliana
Description Xyris Smalliana is a perennial plant belonging to the Xyridaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in wet areas such as bogs, marshes, and swamps. It blooms from May to August with yellow flowers and has narrow, grass-like leaves that grow up to 12 inches long. The plant grows up to 2…
Xanthopappus
Xanthopappus
Description Xanthopappus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South America, particularly in Argentina and Bolivia. The genus consists of around 10 species of shrubs or small trees with yellow flowers. Its name is derived from the Greek words “xanthos” meaning yellow and “pappos” meaning a tuft of hairs, which refers to the…
Xeranthemum Inapertum
Xeranthemum Inapertum
Description Xeranthemum Inapertum, commonly known as the rough-leaved immortelle, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, including countries such as Greece, Turkey, and Italy. The plant is an annual herb that can grow up to 50 cm tall. It produces numerous branches with rough leaves and yellow or white flowers…
Xerophyta
Xerophyta
Description Xerophyta is a genus of succulent plants that are native to Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula. These plants have adapted to survive in arid climates by storing water in their leaves and stems. There are around 40 species of Xerophyta, which can range in size from small shrubs to large trees. They are prized for their unique appearance…
Xenoscapa Fistulosa
Xenoscapa Fistulosa
Description Xenoscapa Fistulosa, also known as the Giant Cigar Plant, is a perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It is a member of the Acanthaceae family and is grown for its striking appearance and unique flowers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Lamiales Family Acanthaceae Genus Xenoscapa Appearance Xenoscapa Fistulosa can grow up…
Xyris Difformis Var. Difformis
Xyris Difformis Var. Difformis
Description Xyris Difformis Var. Difformis, commonly known as Bog Yellow-eyed Grass, is a plant species native to North America. It is a perennial herb that grows in wetlands and marshes, and is often found in shallow water. The plant has a unique appearance, with long, thin leaves that grow in a spiral pattern around a central stem. The leaves are…
Xyris Difformis
Xyris Difformis
Description Xyris Difformis, commonly known as the Yellow-Eyed Grass, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Xyridaceae family. It is native to North America and can be found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and bogs. This plant typically grows up to a height of 30-60 cm and has slender stems that are erect or spreading. The leaves…