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Alseodaphne

Description Alseodaphne is a genus of evergreen trees and shrubs native to Asia and Africa. It belongs to the laurel family (Lauraceae) and includes around 100 species. The genus name is derived from the Greek words “alse” meaning grove and “daphne” meaning laurel, which reflects the natural habitat of these plants. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class…
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Acokanthera Oppositifolia

Description Acokanthera Oppositifolia, also known as the Bushman’s Poison or Poison Arrow tree, is a species of plant that belongs to the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Africa, specifically to the eastern and southern parts of the continent. This plant is considered one of the deadliest poisonous plants in Africa and is known for its toxic alkaloids. Taxonomic Information…
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Perotis

Description Perotis is a genus of grass that belongs to the Poaceae family. It is native to Africa and is commonly known as ‘lovegrass’ due to its unique seed heads that resemble hearts. Perotis is a warm-season grass that grows during the summer months and can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It has a deep root system that…
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Phyllachne

Description Phyllachne is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the family Euphorbiaceae. The genus comprises of about 30 species of shrubs and small trees that are mainly found in Asia, Africa, and Madagascar. The plants are known for their ornamental value and are often grown as houseplants. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order…
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Olinia

Description Olinia is a genus of trees and shrubs that belong to the family Olacaceae. These plants are native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, where they grow in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and savannas. The genus contains about 30 species, which are known for their attractive foliage and showy flowers. Some species of Olinia are…
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Sonchus Kirkii

Description Sonchus Kirkii, also known as Kirk’s Sowthistle, is a flowering plant that belongs to the family Asteraceae. It is native to the African continent and can be found in countries such as Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. This plant grows up to a height of 1.5 meters and has a yellow flower head that blooms between July and September. Taxonomic…
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Sclerocarya

Description Sclerocarya is a genus of trees native to Africa. They are known for their edible fruit, medicinal properties, and valuable timber. There are two species in this genus: Sclerocarya birrea and Sclerocarya caffra. These trees can grow up to 20 meters tall and have a broad, spreading canopy. They have a deep taproot that allows them to survive in…
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Pancratium Tenuifolium

Description Pancratium Tenuifolium, also known as the African Sea Lily, is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Africa and grows in sandy soils. It is a bulbous perennial plant that produces large, showy flowers that are white with a greenish-yellow throat. The flowers are fragrant and bloom in the summer months. The…
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Solanum Aculeatissimum

Description Solanum Aculeatissimum, also known as the prickly nightshade, is a species of flowering plant in the family Solanaceae. It is a shrub that is native to Africa and Madagascar. The plant has prickly stems and leaves, and produces small, white flowers that bloom in clusters. The fruit of the plant is a small, round berry that turns from green…
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Bersama Abyssinica

Description Bersama Abyssinica, also known as Ethiopian bumelia or the wild rubber tree, is a plant species that is native to Eastern Africa. It is a small to medium-sized tree that can grow up to 20 meters tall. This plant is known for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as…
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