Plant Appearance

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Dendrohypopterygium

Description Dendrohypopterygium is a genus of epiphytic ferns belonging to the family Polypodiaceae. The genus comprises only one species, Dendrohypopterygium cubense, which is native to Cuba and the Caribbean. The plant grows on tree trunks, rocks or other plants, but it is not a parasite. Its leaves are simple and undivided, and the plant can grow up to 60 cm…
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Helichrysum Candolleanum

Description Helichrysum Candolleanum, commonly known as the Italian strawflower, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and has been widely cultivated for its ornamental value. The plant grows up to 60 cm in height and has a woody stem with silvery-green leaves. The flowers are small and clustered, with yellow…
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Garrya Fremontii

Description Garrya Fremontii, commonly known as Fremont’s Silktassel, is a native Californian plant that belongs to the Garryaceae family. This evergreen shrub can grow up to 20 feet tall and 15 feet wide, making it an excellent choice for hedges, screens, and borders. The leaves are dark green, leathery, and glossy, measuring between 2 and 5 inches long. The plant’s…
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Aphyllanthes Monspeliensis

Description Aphyllanthes Monspeliensis, commonly known as Blue Lily-of-the-Field, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the family Asparagaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky and sandy areas, as well as in open fields and forests. This plant is known for its small, star-shaped blue flowers that bloom in the summer months. Taxonomic…
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Aphelandra Acanthus

Description Aphelandra Acanthus, also known as the Zebra plant, is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It is a popular houseplant due to its striking appearance and vibrant colors. The plant features large, glossy, dark green leaves with prominent white veins that resemble zebra stripes. The plant also produces long-lasting spikes of bright yellow flowers that bloom in the…
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Anthocercis Littorea

Anthocercis littorea, commonly known as coast anthocercis, is a flowering plant species that belongs to the family Solanaceae. This plant is endemic to Australia and can be found in Western Australia, South Australia, and Victoria. It is a small shrub that can grow up to 1.5 meters tall and 1 meter wide. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta…
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Sympegma Regelii

Description Sympegma Regelii is a rare and exotic plant species that belongs to the family of Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial plant that is native to Colombia and is known for its stunning foliage and beautiful flowers. Sympegma Regelii is also known by its common name, the “Goldfish Plant,” due to the shape of its flowers. The plant has small,…
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Woodsia Oregana

Description Woodsia oregana, commonly known as Oregon Woodsia, is a perennial fern that belongs to the family Woodsiaceae. It is native to western North America and can be found growing in rocky, shaded areas in forests, meadows, and along streams. This fern is characterized by its delicate fronds, which are light green and grow up to 12 inches long. The…
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Sphagneticola Trilobata

Description Sphagneticola Trilobata, also known as Wedelia Trilobata or Creeping Daisy, is a fast-growing perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America but has become naturalized in many tropical and subtropical regions, including Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands. The plant has become popular for its beautiful yellow flowers and its ability to cover…
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Mononeuria

Description Mononeuria is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the Orobanchaceae family, which includes parasitic plants that attach to the roots of other plants. Unlike other members of this family, Mononeuria is not parasitic and can grow independently. This unique plant is native to the Americas, particularly in the western United States and Mexico. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya…
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