Taxonomic Information

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Hydrastis

Description Hydrastis, commonly known as Golden Seal, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to North America and can be found in the eastern part of the United States, especially in the Appalachian Mountains. Golden Seal has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries and is known for its anti-inflammatory and antibiotic properties. Taxonomic…
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Eryngium Viviparum

Description Eryngium Viviparum, also known as Alaskan Eryngo or Viviparous Eryngo, is a hardy perennial plant that belongs to the Apiaceae family. This plant is native to Alaska and can be found in other regions of North America, including Canada and Russia. Eryngium Viviparum is a unique plant that has been used for various medicinal purposes by indigenous people in…
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Downingia Cuspidata

Description Downingia Cuspidata, commonly known as the toothed calicoflower, is a flowering plant native to California. It belongs to the family Campanulaceae and is an annual herb that grows up to 6 inches tall. The plant is known for its unique blue-purple flowers that bloom in the spring and summer months. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class…
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Kalopanax

Description Kalopanax is a deciduous tree that belongs to the Araliaceae family. It is also known as the devil’s walking stick, due to its sharp thorns that are present on the trunk and branches. This plant is native to China, Japan, and Korea, and can grow up to 20-30 feet tall. It has a unique appearance, with a textured bark…
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Helichrysum Anomalum

Description Helichrysum Anomalum is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a small shrub that is native to South Africa and can grow up to 50 cm in height. The plant produces small yellow flowers that bloom from summer to autumn. The leaves of Helichrysum Anomalum are grey-green in color and have a velvety texture. This…
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Garrya Elliptica

Description Garrya Elliptica is an evergreen shrub that belongs to the Garryaceae family. It is also known by the common names of wavyleaf silktassel, coast silktassel, and silk tassel bush. It is native to California and Oregon in the United States and Baja California in Mexico. The plant can grow up to 20 feet tall and 15 feet wide. It…
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Doryanthaceae

Description Doryanthaceae is a family of flowering plants that consists of 12 genera and over 120 species. The plants in this family are native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and Asia. They are known for their showy flowers and attractive foliage, making them popular ornamental plants. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order…
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Dieffenbachia Seguine

Description Dieffenbachia Seguine, also known as Dumb Cane, is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a popular houseplant due to its beautiful foliage, which features large green leaves with white or yellow spots. However, it is important to note that all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested, causing swelling of the tongue and…
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Hemerocallis Cherry Cheeks

Description Hemerocallis Cherry Cheeks is a beautiful perennial plant that is part of the Hemerocallis family. It is known for its stunning cherry red flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The plant is easy to grow and maintain, making it a popular choice among gardeners. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Monocotyledonae Order Asparagales…
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Euclea Racemosa

Description Euclea Racemosa is a slow-growing evergreen shrub or tree that belongs to the Ebenaceae family. It is native to the southern and eastern parts of Africa and can grow up to 8 meters tall. The tree has a smooth, greyish-brown bark with a rounded or spreading crown. Its leaves are glossy and leathery, with a dark green color on…
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