Tag: environment
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Cycadaceae (Cycas revoluta)
Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: SY-kas rev-oh-LOO-tuh Description: The Cycas revoluta is a slow-growing, evergreen cycad that resembles a palm. It typically grows up to 2 to 3 meters (6 to 10 feet) tall, with a trunk that is covered in leaf scars and a crown of feathery, pinnate leaves. The leaves are dark green, glossy,…
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Chlorophytum comosum
Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: Description: Chlorophytum comosum is a perennial, herbaceous plant that typically grows in a rosette form. It has arching, grass-like leaves that can reach up to 45 centimeters (18 inches) long. The leaves are long, narrow, and often variegated with green and white stripes. They are smooth and can grow up to…
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Kaikomako (Pennantia baylisiana)
Physical Description The Kaikomako is a small tree endemic to the Three Kings Islands of New Zealand. It grows up to 8 meters (26 feet) tall, with a slender trunk and smooth, gray bark. The leaves are small, shiny, and dark green, and the tree produces clusters of small, white flowers that are followed by…
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Chinese Yew (Taxus chinensis)
Physical Description The Chinese Yew is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that can grow up to 60 feet (18 meters) tall. It has reddish-brown bark, needle-like leaves, and produces small, red, fleshy seed cones. The tree is slow-growing and has a long lifespan. Environmental Concerns The Chinese Yew is endangered due to over-harvesting for…
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Hawaiian Sandalwood (Santalum freycinetianum)
Physical Description The Hawaiian Sandalwood is a small to medium-sized tree, typically growing up to 50 feet (15 meters) tall. It has leathery, green leaves and produces small, fragrant, reddish-pink flowers. The tree is known for its fragrant heartwood, which is highly prized. Environmental Concerns Over-harvesting for its valuable wood in the 19th century drastically…