Encyclopedia Of Plants
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Erica Insignis
Description Erica Insignis, commonly known as the “Tree Heath,” is a species of flowering plants in the Ericaceae family. It is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. This plant is popular among gardeners because of its attractive foliage and colorful flowers. It typically grows up to 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide. The leaves are…
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Glumicalyx Goseloides
Description Glumicalyx Goseloides is a rare and unique plant species that belongs to the family of Malvaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of West Africa, particularly in Nigeria and Cameroon. This plant species is known for its beautiful and showy flowers that come in a range of colors from pink, purple, and red to white. Glumicalyx Goseloides is…
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Geum Fragarioides
Description Geum Fragarioides, commonly known as Barren Strawberry or Appalachian Avens, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is native to North America and can be found in the Appalachian Mountains, from Georgia to Maine. The plant is named Barren Strawberry because of its resemblance to the common strawberry plant, but it does not produce…
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Azorella Nitens
Description Azorella Nitens, also known as Silver Cushion Plant, is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is native to the high-altitude regions of South America, including the Andes and Patagonia. This hardy plant grows in clumps and spreads slowly through underground rhizomes. The foliage of Azorella Nitens is compact, forming a dense cushion-like structure that…
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Flacourtia Indica
Description Flacourtia Indica, also known as Governor’s Plum or Indian Plum, is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree that belongs to the Salicaceae family. This tree is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, and it can grow up to a height of 10-15 meters. The tree produces edible fruits that have a sour and astringent taste, and they…
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Echinacea Purpurea Rubinglow
Description Echinacea Purpurea Rubinglow, commonly known as the purple coneflower, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern and central North America. It belongs to the Asteraceae family, and its scientific name is Echinacea purpurea. This plant can grow up to 3 feet tall and has a spread of 24-36 inches. The leaves are dark green, lance-shaped, and hairy, while…
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Furcraea Foetida
Description Furcraea Foetida, also known as Mauritius Hemp, is a perennial succulent plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It belongs to the Agavaceae family, which is characterized by its rosette-shaped leaves and tall, spiky flower stalks. The plant can grow up to 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide and is known for its blue-green leaves that can…
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Habenaria Linearifolia
Description Habenaria Linearifolia, also known as the Narrow-leaved Rein Orchid, is a species of orchid that is native to North America. It is a terrestrial orchid that grows in moist areas such as bogs, fens, and wet meadows. The plant is known for its beautiful white flowers that bloom in the summer months. The flowers are small and delicate, with…
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Dieffenbachia Seguine Maroba
Description Dieffenbachia Seguine Maroba is a popular indoor plant known for its beautiful foliage. It is a member of the Araceae family and is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. This plant is commonly grown for its large and attractive leaves that come in a variety of colors, including green, yellow, and white. The leaves are typically…
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Gladiolus Hirsutus
Description Gladiolus Hirsutus, commonly known as the “Cape Gladiolus,” is a bulbous perennial plant that belongs to the family Iridaceae. It is native to South Africa and grows up to 60 cm tall. This plant has long, narrow, sword-shaped leaves that are arranged in a fan shape. Its flowers are pink or purple and bloom in the summer months. The…
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