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Pogonia Ophioglossoides
Description Pogonia Ophioglossoides, also known as the rose pogonia, is a delicate and beautiful orchid that can be found in wetlands and bogs across North America. It is a member of the Orchidaceae family and is known for its distinctive pink flowers that bloom in the summer months. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Magnoliophyta Class Liliopsida Order Asparagales…
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Sphagnum Centrale
Description Sphagnum Centrale, also known as Central Sphagnum Moss, is a type of moss commonly found in wetlands, bogs, and other moist environments. This species of moss is known for its ability to hold and retain water, making it an important component of many ecosystems. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Bryophyta Class Sphagnopsida Order Sphagnales Family Sphagnaceae Genus…
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Parnassia Glauca
Parnassia glauca, commonly known as fen grass of Parnassus or fen starflower, is a species of flowering plant native to the northern hemisphere. It is a herbaceous perennial that grows in wet meadows, fens, bogs, and swamps. The plant produces a single stem that can grow up to 80 cm tall and bears a single white flower about 3 cm…
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Zenobia Pulverulenta
Are you in search of a beautiful plant to add to your garden or home? Look no further than Zenobia Pulverulenta. This stunning flowering plant is native to the southeastern parts of the United States and belongs to the heath family. Zenobia Pulverulenta, also known as Dusty Zenobia, is a versatile plant that can thrive in a variety of conditions,…
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Scirpus Pendulus
Scirpus Pendulus is a perennial plant that belongs to the family Cyperaceae. Commonly known as Pendulous Bulrush, Marsh Club-Rush or Soft-Stem Bulrush, it is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa, but it can also be found in other parts of the world such as North America and Australia. It is a wetland plant that prefers to grow in…
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Xyris Indica
Description Xyris Indica, commonly known as Yellow-eyed Grass, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Xyridaceae family. It is native to South America and can be found in wetlands and bogs. This beautiful wildflower is characterized by its yellow flowers and grass-like leaves that grow up to 30 cm in height. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…
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Kalmia Polifolia
Description Kalmia Polifolia, commonly known as bog laurel, is a beautiful evergreen shrub that belongs to the Ericaceae family. It is native to North America and can be found growing in wetlands, bogs, and swamps. The plant typically grows up to 2 feet tall and 3 feet wide, with a dense, mounded habit. The leaves are glossy, dark green, and…
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Dulichium
Description Dulichium is a genus of plants that belongs to the family Cyperaceae. It is commonly known as the water sedge and grows in wetlands, swamps, and bogs. The plant has a unique appearance with triangular stems that grow up to 3 feet tall. The leaves are flat and narrow and can grow up to 12 inches long. Dulichium flowers…
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