Encyclopedia Of Plants

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Araucaria

Description Araucaria, also known as the monkey puzzle tree, is a genus of evergreen conifers that are native to South America, particularly in Argentina, Brazil, and Chile. There are 19 species of Araucaria, with the most common being the Araucaria araucana. These trees can reach up to 50 meters in height and have a distinctive shape with branches that grow…
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Aralia Elata Variegata

Description Aralia Elata Variegata, also known as the Japanese angelica tree, is a deciduous shrub native to Japan, Korea, and China. It is part of the Araliaceae family and is a popular ornamental plant due to its striking variegated foliage. The leaves are large, reaching up to 3 feet in length, and are a mix of green, cream, and white.…
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Aquilegia Vulgaris Nora Barlow

Description Aquilegia Vulgaris Nora Barlow is a stunning herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. Its common name is Columbine, and it is native to Europe. This plant grows up to 80 cm in height and has a clump-forming habit. The flowers of Aquilegia Vulgaris Nora Barlow are uniquely shaped and come in pink, red, white, and purple…
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Arctanthemum Arcticum

Description Arctanthemum Arcticum, also known as Arctic Daisy, is a stunning perennial plant that is native to Arctic regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is known for its showy, white, daisy-like flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. The plant has a compact, rounded growth habit and typically grows to…
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Arachniodes Standishii

Description Arachniodes Standishii, also known as the East Indian Holly Fern, is a medium-sized fern that is native to Japan and eastern Asia. It belongs to the family Dryopteridaceae and is characterized by its glossy, dark green leaves. Taxonomic Information Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Plantae Phylum: Pteridophyta Class: Polypodiopsida Order: Polypodiales Family: Dryopteridaceae Genus: Arachniodes Appearance Arachniodes Standishii has fronds that…
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Arachniodes Amabilis

Description Arachniodes Amabilis, commonly known as the lovely spider fern, is a species of evergreen ferns that belong to the family Dryopteridaceae. It is native to Japan, where it grows in moist and shady forests. This fern has broad, bright-green fronds that can grow up to 60 cm in length and 10 cm in width. It is a popular ornamental…
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Aralia Continentalis

Description Aralia continentalis, also known as the Japanese angelica tree, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to Japan and Korea. It belongs to the Araliaceae family and can grow up to 20 feet tall. The plant has a spreading growth habit and large, compound leaves that can reach a length of up to 2 feet. In the summer,…
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Araujia Odorata

Description Araujia Odorata, also known as moth plant or cruel vine, is a perennial vine that can grow up to 10 meters long. The plant is native to South America but has been introduced to other parts of the world, including New Zealand, Australia, and some Pacific islands. The plant is known for its fragrant white flowers that bloom from…
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Arachniodes Aristata

Description Arachniodes Aristata, commonly known as the “Japanese holly fern,” is a species of fern native to Asia. It is a beautiful and elegant plant that can add a touch of greenery and texture to any garden or indoor space. This fern has a distinctive appearance with glossy, leathery fronds that grow in a rosette pattern. The fronds can reach…
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Archeria Racemosa

Description Archeria Racemosa, commonly known as Raceme Archeria or Chaff-flower, is a unique and beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the family Melastomataceae. The plant is native to North America and can be found in various parts of the United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington. The plant has a woody stem that can grow up to 6 feet tall,…
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