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Syringa oblata subsp. dilatata, or Korean Early Lilac
Description: Syringa oblata subsp. dilatata, or Korean Early Lilac, is a hardy and attractive deciduous shrub known for its early-blooming, fragrant flowers. While it requires some care to…
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Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides)
Physical Description The Dawn Redwood is a deciduous conifer that can reach heights of up to 200 feet (60 meters). Its feathery, needle-like leaves turn a striking reddish-brown…
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Pachycaul Tree (Didierea madagascariensis)
Physical Description The Pachycaul Tree is a distinctive plant from Madagascar, notable for its thick, spiny trunk and unusual appearance. It grows to about 4-7 meters (13-23 feet)…
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Heliconia rostrata
Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: hel-ih-KOH-nee-uh roh-STRAH-tuh Description: Distribution/Location: Environmental Concerns: Fun Fact: Heliconia rostrata is a favorite among hummingbirds, who are perfectly adapted to feed from its tubular…
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Amorphophallus titanum
Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: ah-MOR-foh-FAL-us TY-tuh-num Description: Amorphophallus titanum is one of the largest and most infamous flowering plants, growing up to 3 meters (10 feet) in height.…
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Frankincense Tree (Boswellia sacra)
Physical Description The Frankincense Tree is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree native to the Arabian Peninsula and Northeast Africa. It has papery, peeling bark and a twisted,…
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