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Glory of Texas  a Species of  Thalocactus Common Name   Straw spine cactus                         Texas pride                         Toothpick cactus                         Merathone basin Botanical Name Thelocactus bicolor Information Glory of texas (Thelocactus bicolor) is a perennial flowering cactus found throughout the deserts of southern North America, particularly Texas and Mexico. It is commonly grown ornamentally and well-loved for its large, vibrant flower. Glory of texas requires warm, dry, sunny conditions to grow properly. In the wild, it most often grows individually, but may occasionally be seen in clumps. No Cactus are popular choices to plant in pots or in gardens for ornamental effect. They are resistant to drought, like sufficient sunlight, and are easy to care for. Charact...

  Common Lantana a Species of Shrub verbenas Common Name. Red sag Yellow sag West indian Lantana Botanical Name Lantana camara Information The common lantana is a flowering plant that grows best in tropical environments. It spread outside the Americas when the Dutch brought it to Europe. The plant is generally regarded as an unwanted weed that reduces biodiversity. Additionally, it is toxic to livestock and harms the output of farmland. What animals are affected by the toxins of common lantana? Common lantana contains triterpene acids, which cause a variety of negative effects on animals. All parts of the plant are toxic. Is the common lantana poisonous? Common lantana (Lantana camara) is a tropical flowering shrub native to Central and South America. Due to its popularity as an ornamental plant, it became naturalized throughout the Neotropics, with most spreading occurring during the 19th century. Today, it is present on all continents except Antarctica and is especially weedy in ...

  Common Grapevine a Species of Grapevines Common Name Angoor  Grapes Botanical Name Vitis vinifera Information. Common grape vine (Vitis vinifera) is a woody, fruit-bearing vine with a very long and vivid history of cultivation for culinary, recreational, and ritualistic purposes - most notably in winemaking. The earliest known evidence of domesticated wine grapes has been identified in Georgia, and carbon dating traces its domestic origins all the way back to 6000 BC. In addition to wine, the fruit of the common grape vine is eaten in the form of grapes, raisins, and currants. Tips from Garden Coaches Although an extremely beautiful and useful plant to have in any type of garden, common grape vine requires quite a specific level of care and protection, especially in colder regions. Attract Birds Common grape vine produce the favorite fruit of many birds. These vines sprout clusters of little green flowers. Their fragrant scent attracts many insects, which naturally attract i...

  Pregnant Onion a Species of Slime lilies Common Name False onion Snake flower Sea onion German onion Botanical Name Albuca bracteata Information. Pregnant onion is a unique, easy to grow succulent houseplant. It gets its name from the babies that grow and swell from the bulbous base of the plant that resembles an onion. From the base of the pregnant onion grow long streamer-like leaves and in the spring it sends up tall spikes of greenish flowers. Characteristics Plant Type Herb Lifespan Perennial Bloom Time Summer Plant Height 3 feet Spread 2 foot Flower Size 0.2 inch Habitat Forest, savanna Flower Color WhiteGreen Leaf Color Green Stem Color Green. Conditions Requirement Difficulty Rating Growing Pregnant onion is easy as long as you can give them what they need. They are sensitive to certain types of pests and diseases. Sunlight Full sun, Partial sun Hardiness 20 ℉ Hardiness Zones 9 Soil Sand, Loam Care Guide Water Drought-tolerant. Allow the soil to dry completely between wat...

  Mango a Species of Magnifera Common Name Aam  Mango Chonsa Botanical Name Megnifera indica Information Mango is a large tree native to the Indian subcontinent. It is most well-known for the tropical fruit it produces, and mango is the national fruit of India, Pakistan, and the Philippines. Mango can also be used for wood after the tree’s fruit production is over. This type of wood is highly prized for making musical instruments. Tips from Garden Coaches Mango is a tropical tree with beautiful foliage and delicious fruit. It's easy to grow outdoors in warm climates and suitable for container-growing in colder climates. Name Story Mango, Mango tree The English word "mango" is originated from the Malayalam word mangga via Dravidian-Tamil in which mankay as man for mango tree and kay for fruit or maangaay during the spice trade period with South India in the 15th and 16th centuries. Interesting Facts In Indian Buddhism and Hindu monasteries, there are patterns of leaves, fl...

  String of pearls a Species of Curio Common Name String of pearls String of beads Rosery vine Botanical Name Curio rowlevyanus Information. String of pearls is a succulent vine that looks like its common name, with small bubbles or pearls growing along its length. The string of pearls blooms with white flowers that have brightly colored stamens and a fragrance similar to cinnamon. With its cascading tendrils, the string of pearls makes a wonderful display in a hanging basket. Name Story String of beads, String of pearls This plant was named after the British botanist, Gordon Douglas Rowley who specialized in Cactaceae and succulents. In its natural environment, its stems trail on the ground, rooting to where it touches and forms dense mats. The plant receives its common name from special leaf characteristics which are the size and shape of small peas. Hence, it is called the string of pearls or string of beads. Interesting Facts The string of pearls plant leaves are as round ...

  Norfolk Island Pine   a species of Araucaria Common Name: Star pine House pine Norfolk Triangle tree Australian pine Botanical Name: Araucaria heterophylla Name Story: Norfolk island pine: It is as its common name Norfolk Island pine or Norfolk pine implies that the tree is endemic to Norfolk Island, a small island in the Pacific Ocean between New Zealand and New Caledonia, about 1440 km east of Sydney, Australia. Scientific classification: Genus: Araucaria - Araucaria Family: Araucariaceae - Araucaria, Araucarians, Araucariales Order: Pinales - Pines and allies, Conifers, Coniferae, Pinophyta, Evergreens, Coniferophyta Class: Pinopsida - Conifers Phylum: Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes. Information: Norfolk island pine (Araucaria heterophylla) is a conifer tree native to Norfolk Island, a small island in the Pacific Islands. Now, it is a popular houseplant all around the world. However, norfolk island pine is in danger of dying out in ...