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Acidosasa Edulis

Description Acidosasa Edulis, also known as the “hardy bamboo,” is a species of bamboo that originates from China. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach heights of up to 20 feet and has a maximum diameter of 1.5 inches. Its leaves are narrow and pointed, growing up to 6 inches long and 0.5 inches wide. It is often used…
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Polygala Polygama

Description Polygala Polygama, also known as Racemed Milkwort or Purple Milkwort, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Polygalaceae family. This plant is native to North America and can be found in moist meadows, fields, and open woods. It can grow up to two feet tall with a spread of about one foot. Polygala Polygama is mostly grown…
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Lagerstroemia Indica

Description Lagerstroemia Indica, also known as Crepe Myrtle or Crape Myrtle, is a deciduous, flowering tree that belongs to the Lythraceae family. It is native to China, Korea, and India and is widely cultivated in different parts of the world, including the United States. The tree can grow up to 30 feet tall and has a spread of about 20…
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Tacca Plantaginea

Description Tacca Plantaginea, commonly known as the Bat Plant, is a unique tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. This plant belongs to the family Dioscoreaceae, and it has a distinctive appearance that makes it a popular choice for gardeners and collectors alike. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Liliopsida Order Liliales Family Dioscoreaceae Genus Tacca Appearance The…
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Myriopus Volubilis

Description Myriopus Volubilis is a species of flowering plant that belongs to the family Apocynaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, where it is commonly found growing in rainforests, along riverbanks, and in other moist and shaded areas. This plant is also known by several common names, including “Giant Potato Vine,” “Purple Allamanda,” and “Giant Trumpet…
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Rumex Hastatulus

Description Rumex Hastatulus, commonly known as Heartwing Sorrel, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Polygonaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in damp fields, meadows, and open woods. The plant has an erect stem that can grow up to 90 cm tall and produces heart-shaped leaves that are smooth on top and…
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Ophiopogon Planiscapus Kokuryu

Description Ophiopogon Planiscapus Kokuryu, also known as Black Mondo Grass, is a perennial evergreen groundcover that is native to Japan, Korea, and China. It is a member of the Asparagaceae family and is a popular ornamental plant due to its dark color and unique texture. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Liliopsida Order Asparagales Family Asparagaceae Genus…
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Polystichum Nepalense

Description Polystichum Nepalense is a species of fern native to the Himalayan region, particularly in Nepal. It is commonly known as the Himalayan Shield Fern. This plant belongs to the Polystichum genus and is a member of the Dryopteridaceae family. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Pteridophyta Class Polypodiopsida Order Polypodiales Family Dryopteridaceae Genus Polystichum Appearance Polystichum Nepalense is…
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Mucuna Birdwoodiana

Description Mucuna Birdwoodiana, also known as the Birdwood’s Cowhage, is a tropical legume plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. This plant is native to India and Sri Lanka and is commonly found in the wild in the Western Ghats. The plant is well-known for its medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments such as Parkinson’s disease, infertility,…
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Trillium Cuneatum

Description Trillium Cuneatum, also known as the little sweet Betsy or toadshade, is a unique plant that is native to North America. It belongs to the Trillium family, which is characterized by its three-petal flowers that bloom in spring. Trillium Cuneatum is a perennial herb that grows from a rhizome and can reach a height of up to 16 inches.…
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