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Apluda Mutica

Description Apluda Mutica is a perennial grass that belongs to the Poaceae family. It is native to Africa and can be found in countries such as Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. This grass can grow up to 1.5 meters tall and has long, narrow leaves that are green in color. The inflorescence of Apluda Mutica is a panicle that can…
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Aphanostephus Riddellii

Description Aphanostephus Riddellii, commonly known as Riddell’s dozedaisy, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to the southern United States, particularly in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. This plant can grow up to 2 feet tall and produces yellow flowers that bloom from April to June. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta…
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Apterosperma Oblata

Description Apterosperma Oblata is a unique plant species that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is commonly known as the Wingless Goldeneye, and it is native to the southwestern United States, particularly in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. This plant species is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5 feet tall and 2 feet wide. It is known for…
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Aphyllon Cooperi Subsp. Cooperi

Description Aphyllon Cooperi Subsp. Cooperi, also known as Cooper’s Naked Broomrape, is a parasitic plant that belongs to the family Orobanchaceae. It is native to California and can be found in chaparral and coastal sage scrub habitats. The plant has a unique growth habit and does not have leaves or chlorophyll. Instead, it relies on other plants for nutrients and…
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Apocynum

Description Apocynum is a genus of perennial herbs or shrubs that belong to the family Apocynaceae. These plants are native to North America and can be found in various habitats such as wetlands, prairies, and woodlands. The genus Apocynum consists of about 10 species and several subspecies. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Gentianales Family…
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Apocynum Androsaemifolium

Description Apocynum androsaemifolium, commonly known as dogbane or spreading dogbane, is a native herbaceous perennial plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is commonly found in North America, from Canada to Florida, and is often found in open fields, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Dicotyledonae Order Gentianales Family Apocynaceae Genus Apocynum…
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Aporostylis Bifolia

Description Aporostylis Bifolia, also known as the King Spider Orchid or the Two-leafed Spider Orchid, is a species of orchid that is native to southeastern Australia. The plant has a single stem that can grow up to 50cm in height, with two leaves that are narrow and lance-shaped. The flowers of the Aporostylis Bifolia are relatively large and showy, with…
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Apera

Description Apera is a genus of plants that belongs to the Poaceae family. These plants are commonly known as the “loose silky-bent” due to their silky inflorescence. The Apera genus contains about 15 species. These plants are native to Europe and Asia and grow in fields, meadows, and waste places. Apera species are annual or perennial grasses with erect or…
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Aquilegia Buergeriana

Description Aquilegia Buergeriana, also known as Burgers Columbine, is a stunning perennial plant that belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. This plant is native to Japan and China and is widely cultivated for its unique appearance and ease of care. The plant grows up to 2 feet tall and spreads up to 1.5 feet wide. It produces beautiful flowers that are…
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Aphyllon Corymbosum Subsp. Corymbosum

Description Aphyllon Corymbosum Subsp. Corymbosum is a perennial herbaceous plant commonly known as Northern Cancer-root. It belongs to the family Orobanchaceae and is native to North America. This plant has a unique characteristic of being parasitic on the roots of other plants. It lacks chlorophyll and obtains its nutrients from the host plant. The stem of the plant is reduced…
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