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Anisotome Brevistylis

Description Anisotome Brevistylis, commonly known as Mountain Anisotome or Mountain Parsley, is a unique plant that belongs to the carrot family (Apiaceae). This perennial herbaceous plant is native to New Zealand and can be found growing in alpine regions, rocky slopes, and damp areas.This plant can grow up to 30 centimeters tall and has a clump-forming habit. It produces attractive…
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Anemone Lyallii

Description Anemone Lyallii, commonly known as Mount Cook Lily or Mount Cook Buttercup, is a beautiful wildflower native to New Zealand. It grows in alpine and subalpine regions in the South Island, and is named after David Lyall, a Scottish botanist who discovered the plant in 1849. Anemone Lyallii has large, white, cup-shaped flowers that bloom from November to February,…
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Alseuosmia Turneri

Description Alseuosmia Turneri, also known as the New Zealand rose, is a beautiful plant that belongs to the family Alseuosmiaceae. It is native to New Zealand and grows in the wet forests of the country’s North Island. The plant is known for its fragrant flowers that bloom in shades of pink, red, and white. The leaves of Alseuosmia Turneri are…
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Alseuosmia Banksii

Description Alseuosmia Banksii, commonly known as New Zealand Jasmine, is a flowering plant native to New Zealand. It belongs to the family Alseuosmiaceae and is a popular ornamental plant due to its sweet fragrance and attractive flowers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Gentianales Family Alseuosmiaceae Genus Alseuosmia Appearance The Alseuosmia Banksii plant can grow…
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Alseuosmia

Description Alseuosmia is a genus of flowering shrubs that is native to New Zealand. These plants are known for their fragrant flowers that bloom in spring and summer. Alseuosmia belongs to the family Alseuosmiaceae and is closely related to the genus Pittosporum. There are four known species of Alseuosmia, all of which are endemic to New Zealand. Taxonomic Information Domain…
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Aciphylla Ferox

Description Aciphylla Ferox, commonly known as the Fierce Plant, is a unique and fascinating plant native to New Zealand. It belongs to the Apiaceae family and is endemic to the South Island of New Zealand. Aciphylla Ferox is known for its sharp, spiky leaves and its ability to grow in extreme conditions. It can grow up to 1 meter in…
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Aciphylla Colensoi

Description Aciphylla Colensoi, also known as Colenso’s speargrass or mountain speargrass, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It belongs to the Apiaceae family and is characterized by its spiky leaves and yellow flowers. This plant can grow up to 1.5 meters tall and has a compact, rounded growth habit. Aciphylla Colensoi is a popular ornamental plant in…
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Aciphylla Pinnatifida

Description Aciphylla Pinnatifida, commonly known as the mountain speargrass, is a unique plant species that can be found in New Zealand. It belongs to the Apiaceae family and is well-known for its sharp, spiky leaves that can grow up to 1 meter in length. The plant is native to the alpine regions of the South Island in New Zealand and…
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Sonchus Novae-Zelandiae

Description Sonchus Novae-Zelandiae, commonly known as New Zealand Sow-thistle, is a flowering plant that is native to New Zealand. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is a herbaceous, perennial plant that can grow up to one meter tall. The plant produces yellow flowers that bloom from November to January. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida…
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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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