Wildlife Species Library

Plants

Bermuda grass

Cynodon dactylon

A master of endurance and expansion, Bermuda grass creates the resilient green carpets of our parks and backyards. Th...

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Bicknell's Sedge

Carex bicknellii

A sophisticated prairie native known for its shimmering copper seed heads and tidy clumping habit. Bicknell's Sedge a...

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big bluestem

Andropogon gerardi

The undisputed king of the American tallgrass prairie, Big Bluestem stands as a towering symbol of the wild heartland...

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big sacaton

Sporobolus wrightii

A majestic, fountain-like bunchgrass that defines the Southwestern landscape. Big Sacaton provides critical sanctuary...

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bird's-eye speedwell

Veronica persica

A tiny jewel of the early spring, the bird's-eye speedwell paints lawns and garden edges with brilliant splashes of s...

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bittersweet nightshade

Solanum dulcamara

A striking climber known for its star-shaped purple blooms and jewel-like red berries, Bittersweet Nightshade adds a ...

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Black Bamboo

Phyllostachys nigra

With its polished ebony canes and delicate emerald leaves, Black Bamboo is a living masterpiece of the botanical worl...

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black huckleberry

Gaylussacia baccata

A champion of the eastern woods, the black huckleberry offers a summer bounty for birds and mammals alike. Recognizab...

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black mangrove

Avicennia germinans

The resilient architect of the coastline, the black mangrove is easily identified by its unique 'snorkel' roots and s...

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Black Medick

Medicago lupulina

A resilient traveler found in backyards worldwide, Black Medick is a tiny yellow powerhouse that fixes nitrogen in th...

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black nightshade

Solanum nigrum

A hardy and cosmopolitan wanderer, the black nightshade is a common backyard resident recognized by its star-like whi...

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black raspberry

Rubus occidentalis

The black raspberry is a structural gem of the American backyard, recognizable by its arching purple canes and jewel-...

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black sage

Salvia mellifera

The aromatic heartbeat of the California coast, Black Sage is a sun-loving shrub that transforms dry hillsides into a...

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Black Sagebrush

Artemisia nova

The resilient Black Sagebrush is a master of the rocky high desert, providing a critical winter lifeline for Pronghor...

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Black sallee

Eucalyptus stellulata

A hardy specialist of the Australian high country, the Black Sallee is famous for its striking olive-green bark and i...

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bladder sedge

Carex intumescens

Featuring striking, star-like seed clusters and lush green foliage, bladder sedge is a standout native plant for any ...

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Blue-leaved huckleberry

Vaccinium deliciosum

The Blue-leaved huckleberry is the crown jewel of subalpine meadows, known for its stunning waxy foliage and the swee...

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Blue Lilly Pilly

Syzygium oleosum

A stunning Australian native famous for its electric blue berries and shimmering evergreen canopy, the Blue Lilly Pil...

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Blue Oat-grass

Helictotrichon sempervirens

With its striking steel-blue blades and elegant fountain-like form, Blue Oat-grass is the ultimate architectural plan...

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blue plumbago

Plumbago auriculata

A cascading explosion of sky-blue blooms, the Blue Plumbago is a hardy South African native that serves as a vital ne...

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blue potatobush

Lycianthes rantonnetii

A royal splash of color for any garden, the blue potatobush is a South American treasure that blooms with thousands o...

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blunt broom sedge

Carex tribuloides

A vital wetland anchor, the blunt broom sedge is more than just a grass-like plant—it's a critical pit stop for migra...

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bog bilberry

Vaccinium uliginosum

The Bog Bilberry is the resilient blue jewel of the north, turning acidic wetlands and alpine slopes into a rich feed...

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Bog Labrador Tea

Rhododendron groenlandicum

A fragrant staple of the northern wilderness, Bog Labrador Tea is celebrated for its snowy white summer blooms and it...

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Bog sage

Salvia uliginosa

A towering, azure-flowered beauty that thrives where other plants falter, Bog sage is a wetland wonder. Its sky-blue ...

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Boissier's Glory-of-the-snow

Scilla luciliae

A vibrant herald of the changing seasons, Boissier's Glory-of-the-snow blankets the early spring landscape in a sea o...

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bottlebrush grass

Elymus hystrix

The 'starburst' of the forest floor, Bottlebrush Grass is a striking native perennial that brings architectural elega...

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bottlebrush sedge

Carex hystericina

The bottlebrush sedge is the punk-rocker of the plant world, sporting spiky, porcupine-like seed heads that define th...

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Bracelet Honey-myrtle

Melaleuca armillaris

A coastal icon of south-eastern Australia, the Bracelet Honey-myrtle is a magnet for honeyeaters and a master of the ...

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Brazilian red-cloak

Megaskepasma erythrochlamys

A spectacular tropical giant, the Brazilian red-cloak commands attention with its massive crimson flower spikes and l...

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bristly sedge

Carex comosa

With its iconic 'bottlebrush' flower spikes and sturdy triangular stems, the bristly sedge is a cornerstone of North ...

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Broad-leaved Willowherb

Epilobium montanum

A resilient and delicate beauty of the backyard, the Broad-leaved Willowherb is famous for its 'X-shaped' stigma and ...

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Broad Sword Fern

Nephrolepis biserrata

A prehistoric giant of the understory, the Broad Sword Fern transforms any shaded corner into a lush, tropical sanctu...

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broadleaf arrowhead

Sagittaria latifolia

The broadleaf arrowhead is a striking wetland icon known for its spear-shaped foliage and edible 'duck potato' tubers...

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Broadleaf Bristlegrass

Setaria megaphylla

A towering, ribbon-like grass that serves as a bustling hub for backyard birds and beneficial insects. Its unique ple...

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broadleaf cattail

Typha latifolia

The iconic architect of the marsh, the broadleaf cattail is more than just a plant—it's a bustling wildlife skyscrape...