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Echinocereus Viereckii

Description Echinocereus Viereckii is a beautiful cactus species native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a slow-growing cactus that can reach up to 12 inches in height and 4 inches in diameter. This cactus is known for its stunning appearance, which makes it a popular choice for cactus collectors and enthusiasts. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom…
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Homalium Ceylanicum

Description Homalium Ceylanicum is a species of flowering plant in the family Salicaceae. It is native to Sri Lanka and India. The plant is a small to medium-sized tree that can grow up to a height of 15 meters. It has a straight trunk with smooth, greyish-brown bark. The leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate in shape. The flowers are…
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Hieracium Gronovii

Description Hieracium Gronovii, also known as the Rattlesnake Weed, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. This plant can be found in the eastern United States, mainly in the Appalachian Mountains region. It is known for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum…
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Freesia Leichtlinii Subsp. Alba

Description Freesia Leichtlinii Subsp. Alba is a beautiful flowering plant known for its large, white, and fragrant flowers. It belongs to the Iridaceae family and is native to South Africa. This plant is a bulbous perennial that grows up to 20 inches tall and 12 inches wide. The flowers bloom in spring and summer, and each stem can produce up…
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Euphorbia Maculata

Description Euphorbia Maculata is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Euphorbia family. Also known as the spotted spurge, it is native to North America and can grow up to a height of 8 inches. The plant has a shallow root system, and its stems are thin, green, and slightly hairy. When cut, the plant produces a milky sap…
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Dieffenbachia Honeydew

Description Dieffenbachia Honeydew is a beautiful plant that is known for its large and variegated leaves. It is native to the tropics of Central and South America and can be found growing in the understory of tropical forests. This plant can grow up to 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide, making it a great choice for those who want…
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Drosera Erythrorhiza Subsp. Squamosa

Description Drosera Erythrorhiza Subsp. Squamosa is a carnivorous plant that belongs to the sundew family. It is native to Western Australia and is known for its ability to trap and digest insects. The plant’s leaves are covered in sticky hairs that trap insects, which are then digested by enzymes secreted by the plant. The plant’s scientific name is derived from…
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Disa Tenuifolia

Description Disa Tenuifolia, commonly known as the slender disa or red disa, is a species of flowering plant that belongs to the orchid family. It is native to South Africa and is found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces. This plant is known for its bright red flowers that bloom in spring and summer. Disa Tenuifolia is a…
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Hypnodendron Comatum

Description Hypnodendron Comatum, also known as the Juniper Haircap Moss, is a species of moss that belongs to the Hypnodendraceae family. This plant is native to North America and can be found in the United States and Canada. It is known for its unique appearance and its ability to grow in a variety of habitats, including forests, bogs, and wetlands.…
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Gentiana Punctata

Description Gentiana Punctata, commonly known as spotted gentian, is a perennial herb found in the Gentianaceae family. This plant is native to Europe and Asia, and it typically grows in mountainous regions. The plant is known for its vibrant blue flowers that bloom in the late summer or early fall. The plant can grow up to 24 inches in height…
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