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Glottiphyllum

Glottiphyllum is a genus of succulent plants that belongs to the Aizoaceae family. The plant gets its name from the Greek words “glotta” meaning tongue and “phyllon” meaning leaf, referring to the tongue-shaped leaves of the plant. The plant is native to South Africa and is known for its unique characteristics, making it a favorite among collectors and gardeners. Taxonomic…
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Disa Pillansii

Description Disa Pillansii is a stunning orchid species native to South Africa. It is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 20-35 cm tall. The plant has narrow, green leaves that grow in a rosette at the base of the stem. The flowers are the most striking feature of this orchid. They are usually pink or white and have a…
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Astroloba Corrugata

Description Astroloba Corrugata is a unique succulent plant that is native to the Western Cape Province of South Africa. It is a member of the Asphodelaceae family, which includes other succulent plants such as aloe and haworthia. The plant is characterized by its dense rosettes of triangular-shaped leaves that are corrugated and covered in small, white bumps. It can grow…
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Aspalathus Rigidifolia

Description Aspalathus Rigidifolia is a plant species that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to South Africa, specifically in the Western Cape Province. This plant is commonly known as the “Cape Mountain Tea” or “Cederberg Tea” because of its leaves that can be brewed and consumed as tea. Aspalathus Rigidifolia is a shrub that can grow up to…
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Aspalathus Alopecurus

Description Aspalathus Alopecurus is a species of shrubs belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Western Cape province of South Africa and is known for its medicinal properties. The plant has a woody stem, grows up to 2 meters in height, and has needle-like leaves that are green in color. It produces small yellow flowers that bloom…
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Argyroderma

Description Argyroderma is a genus of succulent plant that is native to South Africa. It is a small, slow-growing plant, which makes it an ideal choice for rock gardens and containers. The name Argyroderma comes from the Greek words “argyros,” meaning silver, and “derma,” meaning skin, which refers to the plant’s unique appearance. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum…
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Aristea Africana

Description Aristea Africana, commonly known as the blue scepter, is a stunning plant species that belongs to the family Iridaceae. It is native to the eastern regions of South Africa and is named after the Greek word “aristos,” which means “the best.” The plant boasts elegant blue flowers with white centers that bloom in the late spring and early summer.…
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Arctotis Semipapposa

Description Arctotis Semipapposa, commonly known as the wild daisy, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. Native to South Africa, it is a lovely addition to any garden landscape. The plant produces a single stem, which can grow up to 60 cm tall. The leaves are lobed and have a greyish-green color. The flowers of the Arctotis…
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Apodytes Dimidiata

Description Apodytes Dimidiata, also known as the White Pear or the Cape Locust Berry, is a plant species that is native to South Africa. It belongs to the family Icacinaceae and is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 15 meters tall. It has a straight trunk with smooth, grey bark and a dense, rounded crown of foliage. The…
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Aloe Hercules

Description Aloe Hercules, also known as the giant aloe vera, is a large succulent plant that is native to South Africa. This plant can grow up to 12 feet tall and spread up to 10 feet wide. It has thick, fleshy, and spiky leaves that are greenish-grey in color and can reach up to 3 feet long. The leaves grow…
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