Evergreen Shrubs

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Arctostaphylos

Description Arctostaphylos is a genus of evergreen shrubs that belong to the Ericaceae family. It is commonly known as bearberry or manzanita, and it is native to North America. This plant has a unique appearance and is known for its small berries that are used to make jams and jellies. Arctostaphylos is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive…
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Olearia

Olearia is a genus of evergreen shrubs native to Australia and New Zealand. These stunning plants are known for their attractive foliage, as well as their showy flowers that bloom in spring or summer. Olearia is a popular choice for gardeners who want to add a touch of color and texture to their landscapes. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae…
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Pyracantha Koidzumii Victory

Description Pyracantha Koidzumii Victory is a beautiful evergreen shrub that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is native to China and Japan and is commonly found in gardens and landscapes in many parts of the world. The plant is known for its thorny branches, which make it an excellent choice for hedging, as a barrier plant or as an ornamental…
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Xanthostemon

Description Xanthostemon is a genus of flowering plants in the family Myrtaceae, native to Australia and the Pacific Islands. The name “Xanthostemon” is derived from the Greek words “xanthos,” meaning yellow, and “stemon,” meaning stamen, referring to the yellow stamens of the flowers. The genus includes approximately 40 species of evergreen trees and shrubs. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae…
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Pentaphylax

Description Pentaphylax is a genus of evergreen shrubs that belongs to the family Celastraceae. It is native to Asia, particularly in China, Japan, and Taiwan. The genus comprises only one species, Pentaphylax euryoides, which is also known by its common names, including “Japanese Pieris” and “Mountain Andromeda”. Pentaphylax is a popular ornamental plant that is widely cultivated for its attractive…
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Risleya

Description Risleya is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the family Melastomataceae. It comprises about 15 species of evergreen shrubs and small trees that are native to tropical regions of South America. These plants have a unique appearance and are commonly grown for their ornamental value. Taxonomic Information Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Plantae Phylum: Spermatophyta Class: Magnoliopsida Order: Myrtales…
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Xylosma

Description Xylosma is a genus of evergreen shrubs and small trees native to Asia and the Americas. Its scientific name is Xylosma congestum, and it belongs to the family Salicaceae. These plants are widely grown for their ornamental value and are often used for hedges and screens due to their dense foliage. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta…
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Pyracantha Koidzumii Santa Cruz

Description Pyracantha Koidzumii Santa Cruz is an evergreen shrub that is commonly used for its ornamental value. It is native to Japan and belongs to the Rosaceae family. The plant can grow up to 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide. It has small, glossy, oval-shaped leaves that are dark green in color. The plant produces small, white flowers in…
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Reevesia

Description: Reevesia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Scrophulariaceae. It consists of around 20 species of evergreen shrubs or small trees that are native to the Himalayas, China, and Southeast Asia. The leaves of Reevesia are simple, alternate, and leathery, with serrated or entire margins. The flowers are usually pink or white and arranged in terminal or…
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Corema

Corema is a genus of evergreen shrubs that belong to the family Ericaceae. These plants are native to the coastal regions of Europe and North America. They have unique features that make them stand out from other shrubs, such as their needle-like leaves and small flowers that bloom in the spring. In this article, we will discuss the taxonomic information,…
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