Missouri Botanical Garden

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Scabiosa Columbaria Butterfly Blue

Scabiosa Columbaria Butterfly Blue is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the honeysuckle family, Caprifoliaceae. It is a popular choice for gardeners due to its beautiful blue flowers that bloom from summer to fall. This plant is also known as Pincushion Flower or Dove Pincushion. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Dipsacales Family Caprifoliaceae…
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Liatris Squarrulosa

Description Liatris squarrulosa, also known as Scaly Blazing Star, is a native wildflower found in the southeastern United States. It is a perennial herb that can grow up to 3 feet tall and 1 foot wide. The plant produces a single stem with narrow, grass-like leaves that are approximately 1 foot long. The flowers are arranged in a spike at…
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Zenobia Pulverulenta

Are you in search of a beautiful plant to add to your garden or home? Look no further than Zenobia Pulverulenta. This stunning flowering plant is native to the southeastern parts of the United States and belongs to the heath family. Zenobia Pulverulenta, also known as Dusty Zenobia, is a versatile plant that can thrive in a variety of conditions,…
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Leptarrhena

Description Leptarrhena is a genus of flowering plants in the Saxifragaceae family. The genus consists of only one species: Leptarrhena pyrolifolia, which is commonly known as Leatherleaf. It is a deciduous perennial shrub that is native to the eastern part of North America. The plant has dark green leather-like leaves that grow in a rosette form. The leaves are 5-10…
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Inula Orientalis

Description Inula Orientalis, also known as Oriental Inula, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Central Asia, China, and Mongolia but has become a popular garden plant in many parts of the world due to its beautiful yellow flowers and medicinal properties. The plant can grow up to 3 feet in height…
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Clematis Kirilowii

Clematis Kirilowii, also known as Purple Bell Vine or Purple Clematis, is a deciduous climbing plant that belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to Eastern Asia, particularly China, Korea, and Japan. It is a popular choice among gardeners due to its beautiful purple or pink bell-shaped flowers, which bloom in late summer to early fall. This plant can…
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Ilex Aquifolium Golden Milkboy

Description Ilex Aquifolium Golden Milkboy, commonly known as “Golden Milkboy,” is a cultivar of the European holly. It is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 15 feet and a spread of up to 10 feet. The leaves are glossy, dark green with yellow margins, and have a spiny texture, making it an excellent choice…
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Cerasus Serrulata Kirin

Cerasus Serrulata Kirin is a small flowering tree that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is native to Japan and is commonly known as the Japanese cherry tree, Oriental cherry, or sakura. The tree is highly ornamental and is widely cultivated for its beautiful pink or white flowers that bloom in early spring. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…
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Coreopsis Verticillata Berry Chiffon

Coreopsis Verticillata Berry Chiffon is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. This beautiful plant is native to North America and is found in many gardens and landscapes. It is known for its attractive, daisy-like flowers that bloom in summer and fall, making it a popular choice for gardeners. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta…
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Chelidonium Majus

Description Chelidonium Majus, also known as Greater Celandine, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Poppy family. It is native to Europe and Asia but has now spread to North America and other parts of the world. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Angiospermae Order Papaverales Family Papaveraceae Genus Chelidonium Appearance The Greater Celandine grows…
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