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Athamanta
Description Athamanta is a genus of flowering plants in the Apiaceae family, native to Europe and Asia. It contains around 12 species of annuals and perennials that range in size from 30-150 cm tall. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Apiales Family Apiaceae Genus Athamanta Appearance Athamanta plants have finely dissected, feathery leaves and small,…
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Atriplex Elegans
Description Atriplex Elegans, commonly known as the elegant saltbush, is a species of plant that belongs to the family Amaranthaceae. This shrub is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in arid and semi-arid regions. It can grow up to 6 feet tall and 8 feet wide, making it an excellent choice for large landscapes.…
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Athyrium Decurrentialatum
Description Athyrium Decurrentialatum, also known as the Japanese painted fern, is a deciduous perennial plant that belongs to the Athyriaceae family. It is native to Japan, Korea, and China and can grow up to 12-18 inches tall and 18-24 inches wide. This plant is known for its unique and attractive foliage, which changes color throughout the season. Initially, the leaves…
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Athyrium Brevifrons
Description Athyrium Brevifrons, also known as the Southern Lady Fern or the Northern Lady Fern, is a deciduous fern native to North America. It belongs to the family Athyriaceae and is characterized by its upright fronds, which can grow up to 3 feet tall. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Pteridophyta Class Polypodiopsida Order Polypodiales Family Athyriaceae Genus Athyrium…
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Athyrium Asplenioides
Description Athyrium Asplenioides, commonly known as the Southern Lady Fern, is a perennial fern native to eastern North America. It is a member of the Athyriaceae family and has a rhizomatous growth habit. This fern is known for its delicate fronds that can grow up to 2 feet in length and 6 inches in width. The fronds are bipinnate and…
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Athamanta Cretensis
Description Athamanta Cretensis, also known as Cretan athamanta or Cretan masterwort, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the carrot family Apiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, specifically in Greece, and is commonly found growing in rocky and mountainous areas. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Apiales Family Apiaceae Genus Athamanta Appearance…
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Atriplex Confertifolia
Description Atriplex Confertifolia, commonly known as Shadscale, is a shrub that belongs to the Amaranthaceae family. It is native to the western United States and can grow up to 3 feet tall. The plant has a rounded form and gray-green foliage that is covered with small scales. It produces small, inconspicuous flowers that turn into fruit with tiny seeds. The…
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Atriplex Cinerea
Description Atriplex cinerea, commonly known as the Desert Saltbush, is a perennial shrub that belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family. It is native to the western regions of North America, including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. This drought-tolerant plant has a gray-green color and can grow up to 3-6 feet in height and width. Its leaves are wide, oval-shaped,…
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Atriplex Watsonii
Description Atriplex Watsonii, commonly known as Watson’s saltbrush or Watson’s atriplex, is a shrub native to western North America. It belongs to the Amaranthaceae family and is known for its tolerance to salt and arid conditions. This plant can grow up to 6 feet tall and has a spread of 4-6 feet. It is popularly used for landscaping and restoration…
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Atractylis Cancellata
Description Atractylis Cancellata, commonly known as the Spiny Thistle, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece. This herbaceous perennial plant typically grows up to 1.5 meters in height and spreads up to 1 meter wide. The plant…
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