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The Honeysuckle is a family of arching shrubs or twining vines in the family Caprifoliaceae and is native to the Northern Hemisphere. There are about 180 known species of the plant, with approximately 100 of those endemic to China. Another 20 species occur in Europe, India and, North America each. Honeysuckle Description Most species of […]Read More
The Chinese Lantern is a rather remarkable plant and is actually a relative of the aptly named deadly nightshade plant, Atropa Belladonna. What a name to have. The Chinese Lantern is easily recognizable by the unique covering on its fruit which varies in color from orange to red. The wispy thin coverings over the fruit […]Read More
The Orchis Italica forms a rather unusual species of orchid. This image is not photoshopped. Also (for obvious reasons), some call it The Naked Man Orchid. This flower is native to the Mediterranean region. The Orchis Italica occurs in Portugal, Spain, Italy, Serbia, Greece, the Aegean islands, Turkey, Cyprus, Malta, Syria, Jordan, and northern Africa. It […]Read More
Christmas Cactus Facts The most noteworthy attribute of the Christmas Cactus is the fact that this beautiful and distinctive plant typically blooms during the Christmas season. Another interesting fact is that as a result of evolving in their particular habitat, these cacti grow on trees or rock outcroppings. Due to their tendency to bloom at […]
The Rosy Periwinkle (what a colorful name) forms a beautiful plant with the botanical version of a split personality. It also holds the distinction of being quite rare and endangered. The plant understandably became quite popular as an ornamental plant. Despite its delicate appearance, however, it remains an extremely hardy species. It grows endemically only […]
Scythian Lamb Facts The Scythian Lamb presents a rather remarkable appearance to all who see it. As a result of how it appeared to them, ancient peoples believed it actually produced sheep. This unusual species also possesses chemical properties which give it legitimate medicinal uses. Consequently, this plant remains a common ingredient in folk medicine […]
Just look at those bright red berries. The Nevin’s Barberry constitutes a visually striking shrub. Sadly, it also ranks as one of the rarest types of shrub in the world. Though the plant commonly grows in commercial nurseries, in the wild it remains extremely rare. Maybe because it only grows naturally in two counties in California, […]
Harlequin Flower Facts The Harlequin Flower possesses a most unusual pattern of colors, consequently making it readily distinguishable from other plants within its endemic range. While it’s endemic range is quite restricted, the distinctiveness of the species led to its being imported to portions of the United States. As a result, it now grows wild in […]
Attenborough’s Pitcher Plant Facts The Attenborough’s Pitcher Plant ranks as one of the largest carnivorous plants known to exist. As a result of their great size, their bowl actually measures large enough to occasionally trap and digest small rodents. This remarkable plant was named after the famed naturalist Sir David Attenborough. He has been a […]
Bleeding Heart Vine Facts The Bleeding Heart Vine is a unique plant which even gained the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. The species is indeed extremely popular as an ornamental plant due to its incredible beauty. The vine requires a specific combination of complex environmental factors to survive. For example, the root system must be […]
Hooker’s Lips Facts The Hooker’s Lips plant only maintains this unique shape for a brief time. The very distinctive shape actually does serve an important purpose. In addition to being a conversation starter, the species plays its own vital role in its environment. It remains one of the few acceptable host plants for the rare […]
Rainbow Eucalyptus Facts The living kaleidoscope known as the absolutely beautiful Rainbow Eucalyptus forms the only species of eucalyptus tree endemic to the Northern Hemisphere. It can also now be found growing in numerous other parts of the world. This has come about due to its (eminently understandable) popularity as an ornamental tree. Yet beauty […]
Old Woman Cactus forms the common name for the species Mammillaria hahniana. This plant is commonly known as the Old Woman Cactus due to the presence of the grayish hairs that protect it from the harsh sun common to its native habitat. The species evolved as endemic to the Mexican state of Guanajuato. Mexico is an […]
