Common Pests
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Echinodorus
Description Echinodorus, commonly known as Amazon sword plants, are aquatic plants that belong to the Alismataceae family. These plants are native to Central and South America and thrive in freshwater habitats such as rivers, streams, and ponds. The genus Echinodorus consists of approximately 28 species and numerous hybrids, which are popular among aquarium enthusiasts. Echinodorus plants are known for their…
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Dilatris Viscosa
Description Dilatris Viscosa is a beautiful, hardy perennial that belongs to the family of Haemodoraceae. It is commonly known as the Pink Root. This plant is native to South Africa and is widely appreciated for its attractive, pinkish-red flowers that bloom on tall spikes. The leaves of Dilatris Viscosa are narrow and grass-like, growing up to 40 cm in length.…
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Hydrangea Heteromalla Bretschneideri
Description Hydrangea Heteromalla Bretschneideri is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the family Hydrangeaceae. It is commonly known as the Himalayan Hydrangea or Bretschneider’s hydrangea. This plant is native to the Himalayan region of Asia and grows up to 2 meters tall. It has large, ovate leaves that measure up to 20 cm long and 15 cm wide. The flowers…
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Atriplex Polycarpa
Description Atriplex Polycarpa, commonly known as the desert saltbush, is a perennial shrub that belongs to the Amaranthaceae family. This plant is native to the southwestern United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona, and is also found in northern Mexico. The plant is well adapted to arid and semi-arid regions and is commonly found in desert habitats. The leaves…
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Atriplex Barclayana
Description Atriplex Barclayana, commonly known as Barclay’s Saltbush, is a perennial shrub that belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family. It is native to the western United States and is found in desert and semi-arid regions. The plant is known for its ability to tolerate high saline conditions and is often grown as a forage crop for livestock. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…
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Atractylodes Macrocephala
Description Atractylodes Macrocephala, also known as Baizhu in traditional Chinese medicine, is a perennial medicinal plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. This plant is native to China and is widely cultivated in other parts of Asia. The plant has been used for centuries in traditional medicine due to its numerous health benefits. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…
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Atriplex Spinifera
Description Atriplex Spinifera is an annual plant that belongs to the family Amaranthaceae. It is commonly known as spiny saltbush and is native to Western Australia. The plant has a unique appearance with spiny leaves and stems, and it can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. It is a valuable plant for the ecosystem as it is able to…
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Atriplex Prostrata
Description Atriplex Prostrata is a hardy, low-growing plant that is native to North America. It is commonly known as the desert holly or mat saltbush. This plant can grow up to 2 feet tall and 3 feet wide, but it usually stays small and compact. The leaves are green, small, and covered with tiny silver scales that give them a…
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Astragalus Nuttallii
Description Astragalus Nuttallii, commonly known as Nuttall’s milkvetch, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the pea family. The plant is native to North America, and it can be found in various regions, including the Rocky Mountains, Great Basin, and Columbia Plateau. The plant’s scientific name honors Thomas Nuttall, a botanist who discovered the plant in 1810. Taxonomic Information…
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Astragalus Pycnostachyus
Description Astragalus pycnostachyus, commonly known as the thick-spiked milk-vetch, is a species of flowering plant in the legume family Fabaceae. It is native to California, where it can be found in many habitats, including chaparral, oak woodland, and grassland. It is a perennial herb that can grow up to 1.5 m tall, with a woody base and hairy stems. The…
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