Southern Africa
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Acrolophia Lunata
Description Acrolophia Lunata, also known as the Crescent Acrolophia, is a stunning orchid species native to Southern Africa. It is a terrestrial orchid that can grow up to 50 centimeters tall. The plant produces one or two leaves that are narrow and elongated, with a length of up to 30 centimeters. The inflorescence is a spike that can grow up…
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Plectranthus Grallatus
Description Plectranthus Grallatus, also known as the Vicks Plant, is a perennial herb that belongs to the mint family. It is native to southern Africa and it is commonly used for medicinal purposes. The plant has a strong eucalyptus-like fragrance and is often used in aromatherapy. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Lamiales Family Lamiaceae…
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Schotia
Description Schotia is a genus of flowering plants in the pea family, Fabaceae. Native to southern Africa, Schotia consists of approximately 10 species of trees and shrubs. The most well-known species is Schotia brachypetala, commonly known as the weeping boer-bean, which is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida…
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Justicia Chlorostachya
Description Justicia Chlorostachya, commonly known as the green-spiked water-willow, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southern Africa. It belongs to the Acanthaceae family and is known for its attractive green leaves and small purple flowers. The plant grows up to 2 meters tall and can spread up to 1 meter wide. It is a great addition to any garden…
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Dovyalis Caffra
Description The Dovyalis Caffra, commonly known as the Kei Apple, is a fruit-bearing tree native to Southern Africa. It belongs to the family Salvadoraceae and has a maximum height of 5-6 meters. Its leaves are dark green, glossy, and have a leathery texture. The tree produces small, round, yellow-orange fruits that have a sour, acidic taste. These fruits are commonly…
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Eulophia Welwitschii
Description Eulophia Welwitschii, also known as Welwitsch’s Eulophia, is a species of orchid native to southern Africa. It was named after Friedrich Welwitsch, an Austrian botanist who discovered the plant in Angola in 1859. This stunning orchid is highly prized for its unique beauty and is commonly used for ornamental purposes. It has a striking appearance with large, showy flowers…
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Disa
Description Disa is a genus of orchids that are native to Southern Africa. It is a diverse genus with around 200 species that grow in a variety of habitats, including marshes, streams, forests, and grasslands. The flowers of Disa are typically brightly colored and showy, with a unique structure that makes them popular among orchid enthusiasts. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…
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Harpephyllum Caffrum
Description Harpephyllum Caffrum, also known as the Kaffir Plum, is a plant species native to southern Africa. It belongs to the Anacardiaceae family and is a small to medium-sized tree that can grow up to 20 meters tall. The tree produces small greenish-white flowers that bloom in the spring, and the fruit is a red or purple drupe that ripens…
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