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Euonymus Europaeus

Description Euonymus Europaeus, commonly known as European Spindle or Spindle Tree, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that belongs to the Celastraceae family. It is native to Europe and Western Asia and can reach a height of up to 20 feet. The plant has a unique appearance, with its upright branches and green leaves that turn yellow, orange, or…
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Dipteronia

Description Dipteronia is a genus of deciduous trees native to China, with only one species known as Dipteronia sinensis. The trees are also commonly known as the Chinese ash due to their resemblance to the ash tree. They are relatively small trees, growing up to 12 meters tall, with a straight trunk and a broad, rounded crown. The bark is…
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Erysimum Teretifolium

Description Erysimum Teretifolium, commonly known as Canary Island Wallflower, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. It is native to the Canary Islands, Spain, and Portugal. The plant grows up to 60 cm tall and has a spread of 30-45 cm. Erysimum Teretifolium produces bright yellow flowers that bloom from spring until early summer. The plant…
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Kniphofia Buttercup

Description Kniphofia Buttercup, also known as Kniphofia ‘Buttercup’ or Red Hot Poker, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Asphodelaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is well-known for its stunning yellow and green flowers that bloom in the summer. The plant can grow up to 3 feet tall and spread up to 2 feet wide. It…
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Gymnocladus

Description Gymnocladus is a genus of deciduous trees that belong to the Fabaceae family. These trees are native to North America and are commonly known as Kentucky coffeetree or coffeetree. The name “coffeetree” comes from the use of the seeds as a substitute for coffee during the American Civil War. The seeds are not used for coffee production anymore due…
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Erica Darleyensis

Description Erica Darleyensis is a beautiful evergreen shrub that belongs to the Ericaceae family, which also includes rhododendrons and azaleas. It is native to the southwestern Europe region, specifically to the Pyrenees mountain range that separates France and Spain. This plant is popular among gardeners because of its stunning blooms that come in shades of pink, white, and purple, and…
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Dryopteris Fragrans

Description Dryopteris Fragrans, commonly known as Fragrant Wood Fern, is a perennial fern that belongs to the family Dryopteridaceae. It is native to North America and can grow up to 3 feet in height and width. The fern is known for its unique fragrance and is often used in gardens and landscapes for its ornamental value. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya…
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Dicranostigma

Description Dicranostigma is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Ranunculaceae. It comprises only one species, Dicranostigma franchetianum, which is commonly known as the blue-eyed poppy. This plant is native to China, where it grows in mountainous regions and open forests. It is a herbaceous perennial that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. The blue-eyed…
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Asystasia Malawiana

Description Asystasia Malawiana is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Malawi, a landlocked country in southeastern Africa. The plant is commonly known as the Malawi violet or Malawi primrose, and it is a popular ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical regions. Asystasia Malawiana has slender stems that can grow up to 60 cm…
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Athrotaxis

Description Athrotaxis is a genus of coniferous trees which belongs to the family Cupressaceae. It is native to Tasmania, an island state of Australia. Athrotaxis is known for its unique and ancient characteristics, making it a popular choice for ornamental planting. It features a dense, conical shape with branches that are arranged in a spiral pattern. The tree can grow…
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