Wildlife Species Library

Plants

wild carrot

Daucus carota

Known affectionately as Queen Anne's Lace, the wild carrot is more than just a roadside weed; it is a complex nursery...

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wild custard-apple

Annona senegalensis

The wild custard-apple is more than just a tree; it’s a bustling wildlife hub known for its sweet, apricot-scented fr...

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wild grape

Lannea edulis

The Wild Grape is an 'underground tree' that serves as a ground-level buffet for African wildlife. Its vibrant cluste...

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wild leadwort

Plumbago zeylanica

A resilient pantropical beauty, Wild Leadwort brightens the landscape with its snow-white blossoms and unique sticky ...

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wild parsnip

Pastinaca sativa

Towering over summer meadows with its golden, umbrella-shaped blooms, wild parsnip is a biennial powerhouse. While it...

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Wild Rosemary

Andromeda polifolia

A hardy survivor of the northern peatlands, the Wild Rosemary enchants with its delicate pink, bell-like blossoms and...

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Wild Sage

Salvia polystachia

A towering monarch of the Mexican highlands, Wild Sage paints the mountainsides in shades of deep indigo. This specta...

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wineberry

Rubus phoenicolasius

With its jewel-like fruit and distinctively 'fuzzy' red stems, the wineberry is a striking presence in the summer gar...

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Winter jasmine

Jasminum nudiflorum

The brilliant 'flower that welcomes spring,' winter jasmine brings a burst of sunny yellow to the garden while other ...

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winterberry holly

Ilex verticillata

The crown jewel of the winter garden, winterberry holly provides a spectacular burst of red that serves as a vital su...

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Wonderboom Fig

Ficus salicifolia

The Wonderboom Fig is a rocky-outcrop specialist that transforms harsh cliffs into thriving ecosystems. Known for its...

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wood nettle

Laportea canadensis

The wood nettle is a powerhouse of the forest understory, offering a sting that demands respect and a habitat that su...

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wood reedgrass

Calamagrostis perplexa

A rare and elegant inhabitant of rocky slopes, wood reedgrass is a hidden gem of the botanical world. Its swaying plu...

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woolly hedgenettle

Stachys byzantina

Famous for its incredibly soft, silver-felted leaves, the Woolly Hedgenettle is a sensory masterpiece. This resilient...

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Yaupon Holly

Ilex vomitoria

The Yaupon Holly is more than just a beautiful evergreen; it is a caffeinated hub of backyard activity. From its shim...

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yellow archangel

Lamium galeobdolon

A luminous addition to the forest floor, the yellow archangel is famous for its metallic silver leaves and brilliant ...

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Yellow Cedar

Palicourea croceoides

A vibrant tropical shrub famous for its fiery red stems and golden tubular blooms, the Yellow Cedar is the ultimate h...

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yellow foxtail

Setaria pumila

A golden staple of summer meadows and backyard edges, yellow foxtail is more than just a common weed. Its fuzzy, glow...

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Yellow groove bamboo

Phyllostachys aureosulcata

A striking ornamental with a signature yellow stripe, Yellow groove bamboo is a fast-growing architectural marvel. It...

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Yellow Honeysuckle

Lonicera flava

The Yellow Honeysuckle is a radiant native climber that turns any backyard into a bustling hub for hummingbirds and b...

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Yellow Horned Poppy

Glaucium flavum

A striking pioneer of the shoreline, the Yellow Horned Poppy brightens shingle beaches with its brilliant lemon bloom...

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yellow jessamine

Gelsemium sempervirens

The golden herald of southern spring, Yellow Jessamine drapes the landscape in fragrant, trumpet-shaped blooms. This ...

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yellow nutsedge

Cyperus esculentus

Often mistaken for a common weed, yellow nutsedge is an ancient survivalist plant that produces delicious, nutrient-d...

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Yellow Oleander

Cascabela thevetioides

A stunning tropical evergreen that illuminates backyards with its funnel-shaped sunshine-yellow blooms. The Yellow Ol...

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Yellow Sweetclover

Melilotus officinalis

A tall, fragrant biennial known for its vibrant yellow flower spikes and incredible ability to attract honeybees. Whi...

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yellow trumpet flower

Tecoma stans

A vibrant explosion of golden blooms, the Yellow Trumpet Flower is a high-energy nectar hub for hummingbirds and butt...

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yellow water-lily

Nuphar lutea

Often called the Brandy-bottle for its unique scent, the yellow water-lily is a master of the wetlands. Its golden, c...

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Yellow Waterlily

Nymphaea mexicana

Transforming ponds into liquid gold, the Yellow Waterlily is a sun-loving aquatic marvel known for its brilliant lemo...