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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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Aloidendron Barberae

Description Aloidendron Barberae, also known as the Tree Aloe, is a stunning succulent plant native to South Africa. It belongs to the Asphodelaceae family and is a member of the Aloe genus. The plant is commonly found in rocky hillsides and bushvelds, where it towers over other plants with its impressive height. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta…
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Agapanthus Praecox Subsp. Orientalis Queen Mum

Description Agapanthus Praecox Subsp. Orientalis Queen Mum is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the Agapanthus genus. It is native to South Africa and is known for its striking blue and white flowers. This plant is a perennial and can grow up to 80 cm tall. It has long, narrow leaves that are about 60 cm long and 1…
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Agathosma Muirii

Description Agathosma Muirii, also known as Muir’s Buchu, is a beautiful shrub that is native to South Africa. It belongs to the Rutaceae family and has a woody stem with small, oval leaves. The plant grows up to 1 meter in height and has a pleasant fragrance. The flowers are small and white, and they bloom from late winter to…
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Afrosciadium Magalismontanum

Description Afrosciadium Magalismontanum is a rare plant species found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. This plant is a member of the Araceae family, which includes other well-known plants like the peace lily and philodendron. This plant is highly sought after by collectors due to its unique appearance and rarity. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta…
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Agathosma Recurvifolia

Description Agathosma recurvifolia, commonly known as Buchu, is a fragrant plant native to South Africa. It is a member of the Rutaceae family and produces small white or pink flowers during the summer months. The leaves of this plant are rich in essential oils and are traditionally used in herbal medicine to treat a variety of ailments including urinary tract…
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