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Honeysuckle Facts Firstly, the term Honeysuckle actually names an entire Family of stunningly beautiful plants placed in the Caprifoliaceae family. Secondly, each of these remarkable species develops as either arching shrubs or twining vines. Furthermore, a surprising total of roughly 180 recognized species of the plant exist at this time. However, several other species remain under […]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 Firstly, the Naked Man Orchid forms a rather unusual species of orchid, to say the least. Most notably, this image does not include photoshopping and shows exactly why the remarkable plant bears its common name. Further, this astonishing flower also remains one of the fortunate ones, compared to many related species. […]Read More
Cannonball Tree Facts Quite amazingly, the attention-grabbing term of Cannonball Tree serves as the common name for the Couroupita guianensis. This truly awesome tree quite clearly stands out. It also represents a highly distinctive tree native to only a specific portion of the world. This remarkable and fascinating species, however, now exists in cultivation in […]
Hammer Orchid Facts First of all, we must point out that the term Hammer Orchid serves as the collective common name for an entire genus of plants. Secondly, that truly remarkable genus, named Drakaea, contains a total of ten species of orchids. Quite understandably, all ten of these fascinating varieties remain extremely similar in terms […]
Bismarck Palm Facts Perhaps most notably, the remarkable Bismarck Palm evolved as native to a small, isolated part of the world. However, in the past few decades, the truly fascinating species has become quite popular as an ornamental. This, at least, helps to ensure the continued survival of this species, which also represents the only […]
Sea Marigold Facts Perhaps most notably, the lovely plant with the common name of Sea Marigold represents one of the rarest plants of its type in the world, at east in the wild. However, the dainty species has recently become quite popular among the local residents of its immediate area, as an ornamental plant. This […]
Dawn Redwood Facts Perhaps most notably, the magnificent Dawn Redwood forms one of only three known varieties of redwood trees known to man. However, the majority of botanists had believed the fabulous species to be extinct. This erroneous belief held sway until the rediscovery of the species in 1944. Furthermore, this wonderful conifer also remains […]
Sapphire Tower Facts First of all, the stunningly beautiful Sapphire Tower conceals a secret that might surprise you. That’s because this fabulous plant actually ranks as a member of the bromeliad Family. In total, 3,475 species of plants share membership in this group. Therefore, it actually bears a genetic relationship with, among other plants, the […]
Christmas Cheer Facts First of all, it must be pointed out that the breathtaking plant known as the Christmas Cheer did not technically evolve. That holds true due to the fact that this stunning, and delicate looking plant represents a hybrid rhododendron variety. However, its origins do nothing to diminish its wondrous visual appeal. Regardless […]
Wax Currant Facts Most notably, the rather appealing term Wax Currant serves as the most used common name for the Ribes cerum. However, the rather surprising plant also goes by other common names. But the best known one remains squaw currant. A subspecies also exists that goes by the common name of the whiskey currant. […]
Regal Birdflower Facts Most notably, the awesome Regal Birdflower represents yet another of Nature’s little facsimiles. However, certain mysteries surrounding it continues. That’s because, firstly, it remains completely unknown, whether or not this example of the principle serves a specific evolutionary purpose. Secondly, the remarkable plant holds yet another surprise for those new to awareness […]
Bulbophyllum phalaenopsis Facts First of all, the bizarre appearance of the unique Bulbophyllum phalaenopsis conceals a truly surprising fact. That’s because this visually unappealing plant with no common name actually constitutes a type of orchid. Further, the astonishing species also sets itself apart from related plants in yet another disturbing fashion. That distinction occurs due […]
