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Peumus Boldus

Description Peumus Boldus, commonly known as Boldo, is a small evergreen tree that is native to Chile. It belongs to the family Monimiaceae and is widely known for its medicinal properties. The plant’s leaves and fruits are used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, liver ailments, and urinary tract infections. Boldo tea, made from the dried leaves, is a…
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Jovellana Repens

Description Jovellana Repens, also known as the Chilean Bellflower or the Chilean Bluebell, is a flowering plant native to Chile. It belongs to the family of Campanulaceae and is a popular ornamental plant in many countries due to its striking appearance.The Jovellana Repens plant grows up to 20 inches tall and has a spread of 18 inches. It has broad,…
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Weinmannia Pubescens

Weinmannia Pubescens, commonly known as ‘Roble Maulino,’ is a flowering plant species belonging to the Cunoniaceae family. It is native to Chile and Argentina and is commonly found in the Andes Mountains. The tree is known for its beautiful foliage and wood, making it an excellent choice for ornamental purposes. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Eudicots…
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Copiapoa Cinerascens

Description Copiapoa Cinerascens is a unique species of cactus that is native to the Atacama Desert in Chile. It is a small, round, and generally solitary plant that can reach a maximum height of 10 cm and a width of 5 cm. Its stem is covered in white-grey wool and is usually smooth with no visible ribs. The plant blooms…
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Chloraea Membranacea

Description Chloraea Membranacea is a species of orchid that is native to Chile, where it grows in the Andes Mountains. This beautiful plant features long, thin stems that can grow up to 60 cm in height. The stems are topped with delicate, pale pink or white flowers that bloom in clusters. These flowers have a distinctive ‘lip’ that is colored…
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Eriosyce Chilensis

Description Eriosyce Chilensis, also known as the Chilean nipple cactus, is a unique plant species that is native to Chile. It belongs to the family Cactaceae and is a popular addition to gardens and indoor collections around the world. This cactus species is characterized by its globular shape, which can grow up to 10 cm in diameter. It has a…
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Escallonia Resinosa

Description: Escallonia Resinosa, also known as the Chilean Escallonia or the Resinous Escallonia, is a beautiful evergreen shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It belongs to the family Escalloniaceae and is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers. Taxonomic Information: Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Escalloniales Family Escalloniaceae Genus Escallonia Appearance:…
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Astelia Skottsbergii

Description Astelia Skottsbergii is a unique plant species that is native to Chile. It is a member of the Asteliaceae family, which includes about 25 different species of plants. Astelia Skottsbergii is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in a clumping habit. It has long, narrow leaves that can grow up to 3 feet long and 1 inch wide. The…
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