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Asparagus Lignosus

Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Liliopsida Order Asparagales Family Asparagaceae Genus Asparagus Asparagus Lignosus, also known as False Asparagus or Woody Asparagus, is a member of the Asparagaceae family. This evergreen plant is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly found in Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. Appearance The Asparagus Lignosus plant grows up to 2 meters…
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Asclepias

Description Asclepias, commonly known as milkweed, is a genus of perennial flowering plants that belong to the family Apocynaceae. The name Asclepias is derived from the Greek god Asclepius, who was associated with healing and medicine. There are over 100 species of Asclepias, which are native to various regions of North and South America. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae…
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Arthrocaulon

Description Arthrocaulon is a genus of plants that belongs to the family Asteraceae. These plants are native to South America and are prized for their unique and beautiful appearance. The genus includes around 15 different species that vary in size, shape, and color. The most common species is Arthrocaulon macrocephalum, which is also known as the “Pineapple Plant” due to…
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Asclepias Rubra

Description Asclepias Rubra, commonly known as Red Milkweed, is a beautiful perennial plant native to North America. It belongs to the Asclepiadoideae subfamily of the Apocynaceae family, which includes other milkweeds. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Gentianales Family Apocynaceae Genus Asclepias Appearance Asclepias Rubra grows up to 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide.…
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Artemisia Annua

Description Artemisia Annua, also known as sweet wormwood, is a plant native to Asia and has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is known for its anti-malarial properties. The plant can grow up to 2 meters in height and has small yellow flowers. Its leaves have a distinct silver-green color and a…
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Aristolochia Grandiflora

Description Aristolochia Grandiflora, also known as the Brazilian Dutchman’s Pipe, is a fascinating plant that belongs to the Aristolochiaceae family. This vine-like plant is native to South America and is known for its large, showy flowers that resemble a Dutchman’s pipe. The plant has a long history of medicinal use in traditional medicine, particularly in South America, where it is…
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Aristea Juncifolia

Description Aristea Juncifolia, commonly known as the Blue Stars, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the iris family. It is native to South Africa and can grow up to 3 feet tall. This plant produces blue flowers, which bloom between the months of June and August. Aristea Juncifolia is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in…
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Aristea Pusilla

Description Aristea Pusilla, also known as Blue Stars, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the family Iridaceae. It is native to South Africa and Mozambique and can grow up to 30cm in height. This plant has thin and grass-like leaves that grow in a rosette formation at the base of the stem. The flowers of Aristea Pusilla are…
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Arctostaphylos Imbricata

Description Arctostaphylos Imbricata, commonly known as the ‘Bracted Manzanita,’ is a small evergreen shrub that is native to California and Oregon. This plant is a member of the Ericaceae family and is typically found in dry, rocky areas. The Bracted Manzanita typically grows to a height of 6-12 feet and has a spreading habit. It has a unique appearance, with…
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Arctostaphylos Pallida

Description Arctostaphylos Pallida, or the pallid manzanita, is a shrub that is native to the western United States. It is a member of the heath family and grows to be about 3 feet tall and 6 feet wide. The plant features smooth, reddish-brown bark and leathery, oval-shaped leaves that are an attractive shade of green. It produces small white or…
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