Madagascar

  • AAlluaudia Procera

    Alluaudia Procera

    Description Alluaudia Procera, commonly known as the Madagascar Ocotillo or Spiny Plant, is a unique and fascinating plant species that is native to Madagascar. This plant belongs to the family Didiereaceae and is known for its spiny, pencil-like stems that can grow up to 10 meters tall. The plant has small leaves that fall off during the dry season. It…

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  • AAdansonia Suarezensis

    Adansonia Suarezensis

    Description Adansonia Suarezensis, commonly known as the Baobab tree of Madagascar, is a unique and iconic plant species that belongs to the family of Malvaceae. This tree is native to the dry forests of western Madagascar and is one of the nine species of baobab trees in the world. It is a large deciduous tree that can grow up to…

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  • SSterculia Rogersii

    Sterculia Rogersii

    Description Sterculia Rogersii, also known as the Velvet Star, is a rare plant species that is native to Madagascar. This tropical plant can grow up to 30 feet tall and 10 feet wide, making it an excellent choice for those looking for a unique and impressive plant for their garden or home. The plant boasts beautiful large green leaves that…

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  • PPetrosaviaceae

    Petrosaviaceae

    Description Petrosaviaceae is a family of flowering plants that consists of only one genus, Petrosavia. This family was first described in 2003 and is recognized by the APG IV system of plant taxonomy. Petrosaviaceae is native to Madagascar and grows in rocky areas. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Eudicots Order Rosales Family Petrosaviaceae Genus Petrosavia Appearance…

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  • LLabourdonnaisia

    Labourdonnaisia

    Description Labourdonnaisia is a rare and beautiful genus of flowering plants native to Madagascar. It is part of the family Annonaceae, which includes over 2,200 species of trees, shrubs, and vines. There are only two known species of Labourdonnaisia: L. edulis and L. torulosa. Both species are small, evergreen trees that can grow up to 10 meters tall. They have…

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  • PPhyllachne

    Phyllachne

    Description Phyllachne is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the family Euphorbiaceae. The genus comprises of about 30 species of shrubs and small trees that are mainly found in Asia, Africa, and Madagascar. The plants are known for their ornamental value and are often grown as houseplants. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order…

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  • PPearsonia Sessilifolia

    Pearsonia Sessilifolia

    Description Pearsonia Sessilifolia, also known as Madagascar pearsonia, is a flowering plant native to Madagascar. It belongs to the family Malvaceae and is a small to medium-sized tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. The plant’s leaves are dark green and glossy, while its flowers are bright yellow with a red center. Its fruit is a small capsule…

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  • RRavenala Madagascariensis

    Ravenala Madagascariensis

    Description Ravenala Madagascariensis, commonly known as the Traveler’s Tree, is a unique plant that resembles a palm tree and is native to Madagascar. It can grow up to 30 feet tall and has a distinctive fan-shaped crown with large leaves that grow up to 10 feet long. The trunk of the plant is hollow, and it can store water, making…

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  • JJouvea

    Jouvea

    Description Jouvea is a genus of flowering plants native to Madagascar. It is a rare and unique plant that belongs to the family Rubiaceae. The plant has remarkable ornamental value due to its beautiful appearance. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Gentianales Family Rubiaceae Genus Jouvea Appearance The Jouvea plant has a unique appearance and…

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  • SSolanum Aculeatissimum

    Solanum Aculeatissimum

    Description Solanum Aculeatissimum, also known as the prickly nightshade, is a species of flowering plant in the family Solanaceae. It is a shrub that is native to Africa and Madagascar. The plant has prickly stems and leaves, and produces small, white flowers that bloom in clusters. The fruit of the plant is a small, round berry that turns from green…

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