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  • Spathiphyllum

    Common Names: Peace Lily, Spathe Flower, White Sails Phonetic Spelling: spath-ih-FIL-um Description: The Spathiphyllum is a perennial, evergreen herb that typically grows between 0.5 to 1.2 meters (1.5…

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  • Lythrum salicaria

    Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: LITH-rum sal-ih-KAIR-ee-uh Description: Distribution/Location: Native to Europe and Asia, Purple Loosestrife was introduced to North America in the 19th century by trade and immigrats.…

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  • Nyssa sylvatica

    Common Name Nyssa sylvatica is commonly known as black gum, black tupelo, or simply tupelo. Description Nyssa sylvatica is a medium to large deciduous tree known for its…

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  • Lindera benzoin

    Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: lin-DAIR-uh ben-ZOY-nuh Description: Distribution/Location: Native to the eastern United States, common in moist woodlands. We sometimes grow these for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy or…

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  • Asarum canadense

    Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: ah-SAIR-um kan-a-DEN-say Description: Distribution/Location: Native to the woodlands of eastern North America. Also found in East Asia where they are often used for herbal…

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  • Chamaenerion angustifolium

    Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: kam-ay-NER-ee-on an-gus-tih-FOH-lee-um Description: Distribution/Location: Native to temperate regions of North America, thriving in open areas, especially after wildfires. Environmental Benefits: One of the first…

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