Plant Encyclopedia
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21 plants
Alfalfa dodder: complete guide
Cuscuta approximata
Discover Cuscuta approximata, a parasitic plant with ecological and agricultural significance. Identification, management, and botanical interest explained.
AraceaeDuckweed (Lemna aequinoctialis): complete growing guide
Lemna aequinoctialis
Learn how to grow duckweed, a tiny floating aquatic plant for water features. Benefits for water purification, aquaculture, and ecosystem health with complete care guide.
Common cow-wheat: complete guide
Melampyrum pratense
Common cow-wheat is a beautiful plant.
Persian-lilac: complete guide
Melia azedarach
Persian-lilac is a beautiful plant.
Ciliate melic: complete guide
Melica ciliata
Ciliate melic is a beautiful plant.
Mountain melick: complete guide
Melica nutans
Mountain melick is a beautiful plant.
Wood melick: complete guide
Melica uniflora
Wood melick is a beautiful plant.
River water-dropwort: complete guide
Oenanthe fluviatilis
Learn about river water-dropwort (Oenanthe fluviatilis), a delicate aquatic plant from Northern Europe. Perfect for rivers, streams and flowing water zones.
Laserpitium broomrape: complete guide
Orobanche laserpitii-sileris
Learn about the rare Orobanche laserpitii-sileris, an alpine parasitic plant from mountain regions. Complete guide for observation and understanding parasitic plant ecology.
Orobanche pubescens: complete guide
Orobanche pubescens
Hairy broomrape, parasite on brambles. Brown-red flowers, wild plant. Interesting for ecological gardens. Prefers dry slopes.
Hemp broomrape: complete guide
Orobanche ramosa
Hemp broomrape (Orobanche ramosa) is a remarkable parasitic plant from Mediterranean regions. Fascinating for gardeners studying plant ecology and parasitism.
Orobanche rapum-genistae: complete guide
Orobanche rapum-genistae
Greater broomrape is a fascinating parasitic plant depending on broom species for survival. Discover ecological roles and garden observation tips.
RosaceaeRosa pseudoscabriuscula: complete guide
Rosa pseudoscabriuscula (R.Keller) Henker & G.Schulze
Discover the false scrub rose: a native European wild rose species. Perfect for natural landscapes and ecological gardens with delicate pink flowers.
RosaceaeLouse Bramble: complete guide
Rubus aphidifer
Rubus aphidifer is a native Dutch bramble species with delicate architecture and ecological value. Discover care, sourcing, and suitability for natural gardens.
RosaceaeFine Shaggy Bramble: complete guide
Rubus calotemnus
Rubus calotemnus is a native West European bramble with fine, soft texture and delicate foliage. Discover care, cultivation, and use in sustainable landscapes.
Sheep sorrel: complete guide
Rumex acetosella
Sheep sorrel (Rumex acetosella) is a small, hardy acidic plant. Discover how to identify and use this native herb in your garden.
Alpine dock: complete guide
Rumex alpinus
Alpine dock (Rumex alpinus) is a large alpine herb garden favorite. Learn how to grow it in mountain gardens and alpine settings.
Water dock: complete guide
Rumex aquaticus
Water dock (Rumex aquaticus) grows along water edges. Learn how to grow it in wetland areas and water gardens.
Green dock: complete guide
Rumex conglomeratus
Green dock (Rumex conglomeratus) is a native weedy sorrel. Learn to grow and control this robust plant.
Golden Clover (Trifolium aureum): complete guide
Trifolium aureum
Golden clover is an elegant, yellow-flowered legume with fine foliage. Perfect for honeybees and natural gardens with minimal maintenance.
Horned-pondweed: complete guide
Zannichellia palustris
Horned-pondweed is a submerged aquatic plant with fine foliage. Important for water ecosystems.