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Drosera Macrantha
Description Drosera Macrantha, commonly known as the large-flowered sundew, is a carnivorous plant that belongs to the Droseraceae family. It is native to the southwestern region of Western Australia and is found in sandy and peaty soils. The plant is characterized by its rosette of leaves that are covered in tentacle-like glands that secrete a sticky substance to trap insects.…
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Hypericaceae
Description Hypericaceae is a family of flowering plants commonly known as St. John’s Wort. This family includes over 700 species of herbs, shrubs, and trees. It has a cosmopolitan distribution, with members found in almost every part of the world. The most notable feature of this family is the presence of glandular dots on the leaves, petals, and sepals, which…
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Hunnemannia Fumariifolia
Description Hunnemannia Fumariifolia, commonly known as Mexican Tulip Poppy or Golden Cup, is a beautiful plant that belongs to the Papaveraceae family. It is native to Mexico and the southwestern United States and is known for its bright yellow cup-shaped flowers that bloom in summer. The plant has a bushy growth habit and can reach a height of 2-3 feet.…
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Hirpicium
Description Hirpicium is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. This genus includes about 10 species of shrubs and small trees that are native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. The plants are known for their beautiful flowers, which bloom in shades of pink, purple, and white. Hirpicium is a relatively uncommon plant and is not commonly…
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Helianthus Occidentalis
Description Helianthus Occidentalis, commonly known as the western sunflower, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America and is found in the western United States, from California to Montana. It is a tall plant that can grow up to 10 feet in height and has a spread of up to 3 feet.…
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Grevillea Leucopteris
Description Grevillea Leucopteris, commonly known as the White-winged Grevillea, is a flowering plant native to Western Australia. It is a member of the Proteaceae family, which includes other popular plants like Banksia and Waratah. Grevillea Leucopteris is a small shrub that can grow up to 3 meters tall and 2 meters wide. It has a spreading habit and produces clusters…
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Eleocharis Parvula
Description Eleocharis Parvula, commonly known as Dwarf Hairgrass, is a popular aquatic plant that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. It is native to North America and is widely used in aquariums and aquatic landscapes. The plant is known for its green, grass-like leaves that can grow up to 10 cm in height. It is a popular choice for aquascapers due…
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Hydrocotyle Blepharocarpa
Description Hydrocotyle Blepharocarpa is a species of creeping plant that belongs to the family Apiaceae. It is also known as the Eyelash Water Pennywort and is native to South America. It is a small plant that grows in wet, marshy areas and can commonly be found in ponds, streams, and swamps. It is a popular plant in aquariums and water…
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Hyacinthus Orientalis Hollyhock
Description The Hyacinthus Orientalis Hollyhock, also known as Hyacinth, is a bulbous plant that belongs to the Asparagaceae family. They are native to the Eastern Mediterranean countries and grow up to 12 inches in height. These plants are popular for their fragrant and colorful flowers that bloom in spring and come in various shades of blue, pink, white, and purple.…
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Ficus Crocata
Description Ficus Crocata, commonly known as the Hairy Fig, is a tropical evergreen plant that belongs to the Moraceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. The plant can grow up to 10-15 feet tall and has large leaves that are hairy and velvety to the touch. Its fruit is edible and…
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