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Honeysuckle Facts Related Articles Honeysuckle Physical Description Impressively, the majority of the known types of Honeysuckle evolved as comparatively strong twining climbers. On all of these, the leaves grow opposite, and develop as simple ovals. This visually appealing foliage also averages about 4.5 in (10 cm) in length. Although most evolved as deciduous, some develop […]Read More
Chinese Lantern Facts First of all, the term Chinese Lantern serves as the common name for an incredibly beautiful variety of perennial plant. However, it also goes by the scientific name of the Physalis alkekengi. It holds a surprise for many people who admire its beauty, though. That’s because this species actually remains a relative […]Read More
Naked Man Orchid Facts Related Articles Naked Man Orchid Physical Description The remarkable Naked Man Orchid rarely fails to capture the attention of those fortunate enough to enocunter one. This obviously most typically occurs due to the appearance of the aptly-named marvel. Yet, the plant does have other appealing attributes as well. In general overall […]Read More
Bosnian Pine Facts Likely the best known individual specimen of the rather astounding Bosnian Pine resides in Bulgaria. This specimen also bears the rather interesting name of Baikushev’s Pine. This particular individual tree stands roughly 79 ft (24 m) tall and experts also estimate its age to be least 1,300 years, perhaps even older than […]
Bee Orchid Facts Firstly, the Bee Orchid represents the common name for this mesmerizing species. The surprisingly shaped small perennial also forms a herbaceous plant in the family Orchidaceae. Rather unsurprisingly, the plant draws its common name from its distinctive appearance. That occurs because of, to many, the resemblance of the blooms to a comically […]
Jellyfish Tree Facts The highly evocative term of the Jellyfish Tree serves as the most frequently used common name for an extremely unusual type of tree. Its official scientific name, however, remains that of the all but unpronounceable Medusagyne oppositifolia. Regardless of which of these particular terms one chooses to use for it, this remarkable […]
Pine Lily Facts Somwhat surprisingly, the simple term of Pine Lily serves as the common name of a beautiful, but often under appreciated variety of lily. It also goes by several other common names. These include the leopard lily, southern-red lily, and the Catesby’s lily. Professional researchers, though, have an altogether different term used for […]
Southern Magnolia Facts The Southern Magnolia represents a species of tree native to the southeastern portions of the continent on which it evolved. Furthermore, this stunning species of flora probably remains best known for the numerous large, highly fragrant flowers it produces. This gorgeous species further remains cultivated in warmer climates throughout the world. As […]
Blood Lily Facts The unique and truly remarkable Blood Lily represents a highly fascinating plant that has a background that may surprise many of you. The distinctive term, however, represents only one its common names. In point of fact, it has several alternate names. Among others, these include the fireball lily, the Katherine-wheel, the oxtongue […]
Christmas Heliconia Facts Related Articles Christmas Heliconia Physical Description Perhaps the most notable fact about the supremely gorgeous Christmas Heliconia remains the fact that it evolved as a tropical species. Furthermore, the plant evolved a surprising trait in its hardiness. Despite its seemingly sturdy construction, however, botanists classify the species as a delicate perennial. Firstly, […]
Kangaroo Paw Facts First of all, the highly descriptive term Kangaroo Paw apples to a variety of related species of remarkable flora. Secondly, the respected French botanist Jacques-Julien Houtou de Labillardière became the first known European to officially recognize the plant. The scientist made this fortunate discovery and subsequent recognition in the year 1792. Currently, […]
Baikal Sedge Facts Most notably, and also quite unfortunately, the remarkable Baikal Sedge ranks as an exceedingly rare plant. In fact, this marvelous specimen of Nature only exists in a handful of individual locations. This somewhat puzzling species remains extant in only 14 known groupings which also exist scattered globally. Presumably, the surprising little plant […]
Virginia Jointvetch Facts Most notably, the seemingly quite delicate Virginia Jointvetch has a reputation as a somewhat picky plant. This refers to its extraordinarily specific, as well as rather surprising habitat requirements. This also remains an extremely rare and beautiful species of flowering plant. Sadly, however, like a great many species in the world today, […]
