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Xeranthemum Cylindraceum
Xeranthemum Cylindraceum
Description Xeranthemum Cylindraceum, commonly known as the Immortelle flower, is a species of flowering plant in the sunflower family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is a popular garden plant due to its beautiful flowers that bloom in shades of pink, purple, and white. The plant is known for its longevity as it retains its color even when…
Xyris Platylepis
Xyris Platylepis
Description Xyris Platylepis is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the family Xyridaceae. It is native to North America and can be found in wetlands, bogs, and swamps. The plant has thin, wiry stems that grow up to 50 cm in height and are topped with bright yellow flowers. The flowers are held in long, slender spikes that can…
Xeronema Callistemon
Xeronema Callistemon
Description Xeronema Callistemon, also known as Poor Knights lily, is a species of flowering plant that is native to the Poor Knights Islands and nearby mainland cliffs in New Zealand. It is a member of the Xeronemataceae family and is one of only two species in the genus Xeronema. This unique plant has long, sword-shaped leaves that can grow up…
Xylorhiza
Xylorhiza
Description Xylorhiza is a genus of perennial plants that belong to the Asteraceae family. This genus comprises of around 12 species of flowering plants that are native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. The name Xylorhiza comes from the Greek words “xylon” and “rhiza,” which mean “wood” and “root,” respectively, referring to the woody root system of these…
Xyris Pauciflora
Xyris Pauciflora
Description Xyris Pauciflora, also known as Few-flowered Yellow-eyed Grass, is a perennial plant belonging to the Xyridaceae family. This plant is native to the southeastern region of the United States, particularly in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. It typically grows in wetlands, swamps, and marshes, where it can tolerate standing water and acidic soils. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae…
Xanthophyllum Hainanense
Xanthophyllum Hainanense
Description Xanthophyllum Hainanense is a beautiful evergreen shrub that belongs to the family Polygalaceae. It is native to Hainan Island in China and is widely cultivated in Southeast Asia for ornamental purposes. The plant can grow up to 6 meters tall and has glossy, dark green leaves that are about 10-15 cm in length. It produces yellow-green flowers that are…
Xyris Montana
Xyris Montana
Description Xyris Montana is a fascinating plant species that is native to wetland habitats throughout North America. Sometimes referred to as Mountain Yellow-eyed Grass, this plant typically grows in dense clusters and produces bright yellow flowers from May to September. Its unique appearance and hardy nature make it a popular choice for wetland restoration projects and ornamental gardens alike. Taxonomic…
Xanthorrhoea Fulva
Xanthorrhoea Fulva
Description Xanthorrhoea Fulva, also known as the rusty grass tree, is a species of plant native to Australia. It typically grows in sandy or rocky soils in open heath or woodland areas, and can reach a height of up to 4 meters. The plant is known for its unique appearance, with a single trunk topped by a tuft of long,…
Xanthosoma Wendlandii
Xanthosoma Wendlandii
Description Xanthosoma Wendlandii is a unique plant species that belongs to the Araceae family. It is native to Central and South America and is commonly known as Elephant Ear or Tannia. This plant is grown for its attractive foliage, which features large, heart-shaped leaves that can reach up to 3 feet in length. The leaves are typically green in color…
Xantolis Boniana Var. Rostrata
Xantolis Boniana Var. Rostrata
Description Xantolis Boniana Var. Rostrata is a unique plant species that is part of the Bromeliad family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. This plant is an epiphyte, which means it grows on other plants but doesn’t rely on them for nutrients. Instead, it absorbs moisture and nutrients from the air and…