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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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  • Cuban Mahogany (Swietenia mahagoni)

    Physical Description Cuban Mahogany is a medium-sized hardwood tree native to the Caribbean. It has a straight trunk with smooth, gray bark and a dense canopy of glossy,…

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  • Toxicodendron vernicifluum

    Common Name Toxicodendron vernicifluum is commonly known as the Chinese lacquer tree or Japanese lacquer tree. Description Toxicodendron vernicifluum is a deciduous tree known for its sap, which…

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  • Dracaena cinnabari

    Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: Description: Distribution/Location: Environmental Concerns: Additional Notes:

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  • Trachycarpus Fortunei (Windmill Palm)

    Description: Trachycarpus fortunei, or the Windmill Palm, is a resilient and attractive palm species valued for its cold hardiness, ornamental qualities, and cultural significance. While facing some environmental…

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  • Toromiro (Sophora toromiro)

    Physical Description Toromiro is a small, flowering tree or shrub native to Easter Island. It has a gnarled, twisted trunk with smooth, gray bark and pinnate leaves. The…

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