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Yucca glauca
Common Names: Soapweed Yucca, Great Plains Yucca, Small Soapweed Phonetic Spelling: YUH-kuh GLAW-kuh Description: The Yucca glauca is a perennial, evergreen shrub that typically grows 30 to 90 centimeters (1 to 3 feet) tall, with a similar spread. It has a rosette of narrow, sword-shaped leaves and may produce a tall flower stalk up to…
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Robinia Pseudoacacia (Black Locust)
Physical Description The Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically reaches heights of 12-30 meters. The tree has compound leaves composed of 7-21 oval leaflets and features fragrant, white or pinkish flowers in late spring. Its bark is deeply furrowed and dark, adding to its…
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Malacothamnus fasciculatus
Common Names: Chaparral Mallow, Bush Mallow Phonetic Spelling: mal-uh-koh-THAM-nus fas-ik-yoo-LAY-tus Description: Malacothamnus fasciculatus is a perennial, deciduous shrub that can grow between 1 to 3 meters (3 to 10 feet) tall. It has a branching, erect form and a somewhat open structure. The leaves are alternate, lanceolate to oval, 2 to 7 centimeters (0.8 to…
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Tilia americana
Common Name Tilia americana is commonly known as the American basswood, American linden, or bee-tree. Description Tilia americana is a large deciduous tree known for its heart-shaped leaves, fragrant flowers, and smooth gray bark. Key characteristics include: Location/Distribution Tilia americana is native to North America. Its distribution includes: Environmental Concerns Tilia americana is generally considered…
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Dracaena Cinnabari (Dragon Blood Tree)
Physical Description The Dragon Blood Tree (Dracaena cinnabari) is a striking, umbrella-shaped tree native to the Socotra Archipelago in Yemen. This slow-growing evergreen can reach up to 10 meters in height. Its dense crown of thick, rigid branches supports clusters of long, sword-like leaves. The tree’s name comes from its red sap, known as “dragon’s…