Author: Hannah Ko
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Rudbeckia hirta
Common Names: Black-eyed Susan, Brown Betty, Gloriosa Daisy Phonetic Spelling: rud-BEK-ee-uh HER-tuh Description: The Rudbeckia hirta is a biennial or short-lived perennial herb that can grow 30 to 100 centimeters (1 to 3 feet) tall. It has a hairy, rough texture and an upright growth habit. The leaves are lanceolate to ovate, rough-textured, and vary…
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Quercus rubra
Common Name Quercus rubra is commonly known as the northern red oak or simply red oak. Description Quercus rubra is a deciduous tree known for its attractive fall foliage and high-quality wood. Key characteristics include: Location/Distribution Quercus rubra is native to North America. Its distribution includes: Environmental Concerns While Quercus rubra is generally beneficial in…
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Anisacanthus quadrifidus
Common Names: Flame Acanthus, Hummingbird Bush, Wright’s Desert Honeysuckle Phonetic Spelling: an-ih-suh-KAN-thus kwah-DRIF-ih-dus Description: The Anisacanthus quadrifidus is a deciduous shrub that typically grows 1 to 1.5 meters (3 to 5 feet) tall and wide. It has a bushy, upright form with many slender branches. The leaves are small, opposite, and lanceolate, measuring 2.5 to…
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Carya illinoinensis
Common Name Carya illinoinensis is commonly known as the pecan tree. Description Carya illinoinensis is a large deciduous tree known for producing pecan nuts, which are highly valued both nutritionally and economically. Key characteristics include: Location/Distribution Carya illinoinensis is native to North America. Its distribution includes: Environmental Concerns Carya illinoinensis is a valuable and generally…
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Carpinus caroliniana
Common Name Carpinus caroliniana is commonly known as the American hornbeam, blue-beech, or musclewood. Description Carpinus caroliniana is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree known for its smooth, muscle-like bark and attractive foliage. Key characteristics include: Location/Distribution Carpinus caroliniana is native to eastern North America. Its distribution includes: Environmental Concerns Carpinus caroliniana has minimal environmental…