Care Guide
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Hexastylis Naniflora
Description Hexastylis Naniflora is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the family Aristolochiaceae. It is commonly known as Dwarf Heartleaf or Little Brown Jug. This plant is native to the southeastern United States and can be found growing in the wild in deciduous forests, along streams, and on slopes. This plant has heart-shaped leaves and produces small, maroon flowers…
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Gnidia Caffra
Description Gnidia Caffra, commonly known as the African Broom, is a shrub that belongs to the Thymelaeaceae family. It is native to South Africa, Swaziland, and Mozambique. This plant is known for its stunning and vibrant yellow flowers that bloom in clusters during the winter months. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Malvales Family Thymelaeaceae…
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Gloxinia
Description Gloxinia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Gesneriaceae. The plant is native to South America, particularly Brazil. It is named after Benjamin Peter Gloxin, a German physician and botanist. The plant is known for its beautiful and showy flowers, which come in a variety of colors including pink, white, red, and purple. Gloxinia is a popular…
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Gladiolus Longicollis
Description Gladiolus Longicollis, also known as the Cape Gladiolus or the Sword Lily, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the family Iridaceae. It is native to South Africa and is widely cultivated for its showy flowers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Liliopsida Order Asparagales Family Iridaceae Genus Gladiolus Appearance The Gladiolus Longicollis plant can…
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Fuchsia Devonshire Dumpling
Description Fuchsia Devonshire Dumpling is a stunning plant that belongs to the Fuchsia family. This cultivar is a hybrid of Fuchsia triphylla and Fuchsia magellanica. It is a shrub that can grow up to three feet tall and wide, making it perfect for container gardening or as a hanging basket plant. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, with a…
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Echeveria Pulvinata
Description Echeveria Pulvinata, commonly known as “Chenille plant” or “Ruby Blush,” is a slow-growing, evergreen succulent that belongs to the family Crassulaceae. It is native to the rocky slopes and cliffs of Oaxaca, Mexico, where it thrives in hot and arid conditions. This plant features densely packed, rosette-shaped leaves that are covered in tiny, soft hairs, giving it its unique…
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Dryopteris Pacifica
Description Dryopteris Pacifica, also known as Pacific wood fern, is a native fern species in North America. It is a member of the Dryopteridaceae family, which includes approximately 230 species of ferns. This plant is an evergreen perennial, which means it retains its foliage throughout the year. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Polypodiopsida Order Polypodiales Family…
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Krameria Ramosissima
Description Krameria Ramosissima, commonly known as the Desert Holly, is a perennial plant native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. The plant belongs to the Krameriaceae family and typically grows up to a height of 1-3 feet with a spread of up to 3-4 feet. The plant produces small, fragrant, white to pink flowers that bloom in the summer…
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Dioscorea Bryoniifolia
Description Dioscorea Bryoniifolia, also known as the White Yam, is a perennial climbing vine that belongs to the Dioscoreaceae family. It is native to South America and can grow up to 6 meters in length. The plant produces large, white, and edible tubers that are starchy and high in carbohydrates. It is widely cultivated in tropical regions for its nutritional…
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Deutzia Crenata
Description Deutzia Crenata is a deciduous shrub that is native to Japan. It is popular for its attractive white or pink flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer. This plant has an upright habit and can grow up to 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide. Its leaves are dark green, serrated, and oval-shaped, and can grow up…
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