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  Jamsonweed a Species of Thorneapple Common Name: Dhatora Manit Sacrid Datura Thorneapple Angeltrumpet Botanical Name: Datura wrightii Name Story: Western jimson weed: it is sometimes called "western Jimson weed" because of its similar appearance to Datura stramonium, the true jimson weed. Nightshade: In clear weather, flowers bloom in the morning and evening and close during the heat of the day depending on the water availability. In cloudy weather, they may bloom earlier and longer. Therefore, it is called the nightshade.  Symbolism: Hex breaking, Sleep, Protection Scientific classification: Genus: Datura - Thornapples, Devil's weeds, Devil's trumpets, Jimsonweeds, Hell's bells, Moonflowers Family: Solanaceae - Nightshade, Solanaceous plants, Potato Order: Solanales - Nightshades, bindweeds, gooseweeds, and allies Class: Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots Phylum: Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes. Information: Jimsonw

  Mariola a Species of Feverfews Common Name Mariola Fever plant Botanical Name Parthenium incanum Information Mariola (Parthenium incanum) is a small, many-branched shrub from the desert regions of northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. Its tiny flowerheads form compact white balls in spring and summer. Characteristics Plant Type Herb Lifespan Perennial Bloom Time Spring, Summer, Fall Plant Height 1.5 to 3 feet Spread 1.5 to 3 feet Flower Size Inflorescence 0.3 inch Habitat Desert grasslands, dry, gravelly slopes and plains Flower Color White Conditions Requirement Sunlight Full sun Scientific classification Genus Parthenium - Feverfews Family Asteraceae - Daisy, Compositae, Aster, Composite, Sunflower Order Asterales - Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies Class Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots Phylum Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes..

  Paradise Apple a Species of Malus Common Name: Apple  Malus Saib Botanical Name: Malus pumila Name Story: Paradise apple: In the past, all foreign fruits including nuts were called apple. After the widespread of the story of Adam and Eve, the name, Apple was then solely referred to Malus pumila. In mythology, this plant was also believed to exist only in heaven which meant that Adam and Eve had stolen the forbidden fruit. So, it was always called Paradise apple. Information: Paradise apple is the most widely cultivated tree fruit around the globe. The three top apple-producing countries are China, the United States, and Poland with an economic impact of $3.55 billion in 2017. There are more than 7,500 known cultivars of apples throughout the world. Scientific classification: Genus: Malus - Malus Family: Rosaceae - Rose Order: Rosales - Roses, elms, figs, and allies Class: Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots Phylum: Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Trach

  Lemon a Species of   Citrus  Common Name: Lemon Sweet lime Mayer lemon Botanical Name: Citrus limon Name Story: Lemon: The word “lemon” is derived from the Anglo-Saxon language and from the word “lymon” from the old French language meaning “citrus”. As the appearance of the fruit is almost identical to a citrus, it is still being called lemon up to this day. Information: Lemon is a cultivated small evergreen tree known for its yellow, juicy, sour fruits full of citric acid. Its origins are unknown, but it was probably first created in India, China, or Burma as a hybrid of sour orange ( Citrus  ×  aurantium ) and citron ( Citrus medica ). It is commercial fruit cultivated in warm regions around the world. Scientific classification: Genus: Citrus - Citrus Family: Rutaceae - Rue, Buchu, Citrus Order: Sapindales - Maples, mangos, mahogany, citrus, and allies, Soapberries, cashews, mahoganies, and allies Class: Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots Phylum: Tracheophyta - Vascula

  Onion a species of onions Common Name: Piyaz Onion Ganda  Bassal Wassal Shaloot Botanical Name: Allium cepa Name Story : Garden onion: Cepa is commonly accepted in latin for "onion" and has an affinity with Ancient Greek. It is the most widely cultivated species of the genus Allium and many people treat it as a garden vegetable. Therefore, it is called the garden onion.  Symbolism: Protection, Exorcism, Healing Scientific classification: Genus: Allium - Onions, Garlics, Leeks Family: Amaryllidaceae - Amaryllis Order: Asparagales - Asparagus and allies, Agaves, orchids, irises, and allies Class: Liliopsida - Monocotyledons, Monocots Phylum: Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes. Information: Onion (Allium cepa) is an onion species commonly known for its ubiquitous culinary applications. The onion is toxic to a variety of animals. Aside from its many culinary uses, the onion is often used to teach students how to use a microscope because its cells

  Tomato A Species of Nightshades Common Name: Tomato Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum Name Story: Tomato: Tomato comes from the Spanish word “tomate” which means “turgid fruit”. This word is included in part of a popular saying regarding its difference in pronunciation between American English and British English. When presented with two choices that are very similar, you might say “təˈmeɪtoʊ, təˈmɑːtoʊ", which means, just as the two pronunciation choices for the word tomato have the same meaning, the two choices are only slightly different, and so it makes no difference really which of the two you choose.  Interesting Facts: Tomato is probably one of the cultivated fruits and vegetables with the greatest number of cultivars – over 10,000, with each growing season bringing new ones to market. The cultivar with the smallest fruit (0.2 inch - 0.4 inch, 1 g-2 g) is called "Tomberry," while the largest one is probably the "Big Zac," which can produce fruits we

  Sensitive  plant a Species of Sensitive plants Common Name: Shame plant Sleepy grass Touch me not Shy plant Botanical Name: Mimosa pudica Information: Sensitive plant, Mimosa pudica, or sensitive plant, is named for its unique characteristic of curling up when touched. The fernlike leaves will curl inwards when disturbed. It’s purple fuzzy flowers make it an attractive houseplant, however, the plant contains alkaloids which are toxic to people and animals. Interesting Facts: The small sensitive plant opens and closes on its own. It is not proud, but has a beautiful sentiment. Pink flowers add a little girl's wit to the sensitive plant. Symbolism: Shy, sensitive, and polite Scientific classification: Genus: Mimosa - Sensitive plants, Mimosa Family: Fabaceae - Legume, Pea, Bean Order: Fabales - Legumes, milkworts and allies, Peas, beans and relatives Class: Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots Phylum: Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes Chara

  Spanish Dagger a Species of Yuccas Common Name Mound lilly Spanish lilly Palm lilly Tree lilly Mound yucca Botanical Name Yucca gloriosa Information Spanish dagger (Yucca gloriosa) is a flowering evergreen shrub that originated in the United States southeastern region. It naturally grows along sand dunes, but has become very popularly cultivated as a garden plant used for landscaping. Other names for spanish dagger are Roman candle, Lord's candlestick, and Sea Islands yucca. Is spanish dagger poisonous to both dogs and cats? While mild to humans, the toxicity of spanish dagger is quite dangerous to household animals, especially horses and livestock who forage. Never let your animals get into touch with spanish dagger. Tips from Garden Coaches A striking, architectural ornamental plant that requires very little in terms of care, the spanish dagger is a popular choice in both home gardens and public spaces. Attract Birds Native to hot and dry areas of America, spanish dagger come i

  Arabian Jasmine a Species of   Jasmine Common Name: Chambeli Jasmine White flower Mohle flower Pikake Botanical Name: Jasminum sambac Scientific classification: Genus: Jasminum - Jasmine Family: Oleaceae - Olive Order: Lamiales - Mints plantains olives and allies Class: Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots Phylum: Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes Characteristics: Plant Type:    Vine Lifespan: perinial  Bloom Time:  Mid spring, Late spring, Summer, Fall Plant Height:  1.6 to 3 feet Spread:  6 to 10 feet Flower Size:  1 inch Information: Arabian jasminehas much significance in many countries around the world. It is the national flower of both the Philippines and Indonesia.  It is regularly used in ceremonial costumes and decorations in Sri Lanka, while in China it is the key ingredient in Jasmine tea.  Hawaiians use arabian jasmine to make fragrant leis, and in Pakistan, Bangladesh and India it is used in garlands and hair adornments. Interest

  Camel grass a Species of Camel thorne Common Name Ount bootii Loorank Kandariii Botanical Name Alhagi sparsifolia Information Camel grass is flowering legume that can thrive in sandy and saline soil. This shrubby, drought-tolerant, sun-loving plant is a common food source for camels in deserts and arid areas of Central Asia, where it also has an important role in wind protection and sand fixation. Characteristics Plant Type Shrub Lifespan Perennial Plant Height 1.3 foot Flower Size 0.3 inch to 0.4 inch long Habitat Desert plains, low hills Flower Color YellowPurpleRed Scientific classification Genus Alhagi - Camelthorns , Manna trees Family Fabaceae - Legume, Pea, Bean Order Fabales - Legumes, milkworts and allies, Peas, beans and relatives Class Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots Phylum Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes.