Beneath the Bough

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Tag: plants

  • Chlorophytum comosum

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    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…

  • Chinese Yew (Taxus chinensis)

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    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…

  • Corylus avellana

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

  • Rafflesia arnoldii

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    Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: raf-FLEE-see-uh ar-NOL-dee-eye Description: Rafflesia arnoldii is known for producing the largest individual flower in the world, which can measure up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) in diameter. The flower is red with white spots and has a foul odor similar to rotting flesh, which attracts its primary pollinators—flies and beetles. Its…

  • Sago Palm (Cycas revoluta)

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    Physical Description The Sago palm is a cycad species, often mistaken for a true palm due to its appearance. It has a stout, woody trunk that can grow up to 10 feet (3 meters) tall, with a crown of large, feather-like leaves that are dark green and glossy. The plant produces cones that are either…