Plant Habitat

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Drimiopsis Maculata

Description Drimiopsis Maculata, also known as Leopard Lily or African Hosta, is a perennial plant native to Africa. It is a member of the Asparagaceae family and is characterized by its unique spotted foliage and delicate white flowers. This plant is often grown for its striking appearance, as its leaves are an interesting mix of green and silver and are…
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Gagea Nakaiana

Description Gagea Nakaiana, also known as Naka’s yellow-lily, is an exquisite perennial plant belonging to the Liliaceae family. It is native to the eastern Himalayas and can be found in Bhutan, China, and Nepal. This plant has a bulbous root system and can grow up to 20 cm in height. The leaves of Gagea Nakaiana are narrow and grass-like, and…
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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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Fuirena Ecklonii

Description Fuirena Ecklonii, commonly known as umbrella club-rush or sand umbrella-sedge, is a species of perennial herb that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. It is native to South Africa and can be found in the wetlands and sandy areas of Eastern and Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Mpumalanga provinces. This plant has a unique appearance and is commonly used as an…
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Eriocaulon Ravenelii

Description Eriocaulon Ravenelii is a perennial aquatic plant that belongs to the family Eriocaulaceae. It is commonly known as the Ravenel’s pipewort and is native to the United States, specifically in the southeastern region. The plant is characterized by its thin, wiry stems and small, compact rosettes of grass-like leaves that grow up to 6 inches tall. The leaves are…
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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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Astroloma

Description Astroloma is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the family Ericaceae. They are native to Australia and are commonly known as star heath or cranberry heath. Astroloma plants are evergreen shrubs that are typically small in size, growing up to 2 meters tall. The plant has unique and colorful flowers that bloom in the winter and spring…
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Asclepias Viridis

Description Asclepias Viridis, commonly known as the Green Antelopehorn Milkweed, is a beautiful plant that belongs to the milkweed family. It is native to the southern regions of the United States and is commonly found in prairies, meadows, and along roadsides. The plant has a unique appearance and attracts a wide range of pollinators, making it an excellent addition to…
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Asparagus Densiflorus Myersii

Description Asparagus Densiflorus Myersii, also known as the Foxtail Fern, is a popular ornamental houseplant that belongs to the Asparagaceae family. It is native to South Africa and Mozambique and grows in a clumping form. The plant has long, lush stems that resemble fox tails, hence the name “Foxtail Fern.” It is a low-maintenance plant that can add an exotic…
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