Wildlife Species Library

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lizard's tail

Saururus cernuus

An elegant wetland resident, lizard's tail transforms muddy shorelines into lush green sanctuaries topped with noddin...

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London rocket

Sisymbrium irio

Named for its rapid emergence after the Great Fire of London, this resilient mustard plant is a herald of spring. Its...

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longbeak sedge

Carex sprengelii

An elegant, drooping sedge that adds movement and texture to the forest floor. Known for its distinctive long-beaked ...

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longbeard hawkweed

Hieracium longiberbe

Meet the cliff-dwelling rarity of the Pacific Northwest. With its shaggy, 'bearded' leaves and bright yellow blooms, ...

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Longtom

Paspalum denticulatum

A resilient specialist of the wetlands, Longtom creates lush, green carpets in the dampest corners of the backyard. T...

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Lovage

Levisticum officinale

A towering herb with a savory soul, Lovage is a striking perennial that doubles as a skyscraper for beneficial backya...

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low sagebrush

Artemisia arbuscula

The low sagebrush is a master of the high desert, a dwarf shrub that provides critical food and shelter for iconic We...

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lowbush blueberry

Vaccinium angustifolium

The wild lowbush blueberry is more than just a summer treat; it's a foundation of the northern ecosystem, providing v...

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male fern

Dryopteris filix-mas

The male fern is a prehistoric masterpiece of the forest floor, known for its iconic 'shuttlecock' shape and shaggy, ...

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man fern

Dicksonia antarctica

A living relic from the age of dinosaurs, the Man Fern transforms any damp corner into a lush, prehistoric sanctuary ...

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marsh fern

Thelypteris palustris

A vibrant anchor of the wetlands, the marsh fern brings a splash of lime-green elegance to any damp corner of your ya...

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Marsh foxtail

Alopecurus geniculatus

A lover of mud and marshes, the Marsh foxtail adds a touch of fuzzy elegance to the wettest parts of your landscape. ...

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Marsh Hay Cordgrass

Sporobolus pumilus

The swaying 'salt hay' of the Atlantic coast, Marsh Hay Cordgrass creates a shimmering green and gold carpet across o...

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marsh Labrador tea

Rhododendron tomentosum

A fragrant staple of the northern muskeg, marsh Labrador tea charms with its clusters of snowy white blossoms and uni...

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marsh mallow

Althaea officinalis

More than just the namesake of a campfire treat, the marsh mallow is a stunning wetland perennial with velvety leaves...

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Marsh Pennywort

Hydrocotyle vulgaris

A charming, coin-shaped wonder of the wetlands, Marsh Pennywort creates lush emerald carpets across boggy gardens and...

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Marsh Thistle

Cirsium palustre

A towering presence in damp meadows, the Marsh Thistle is a biennial wonder that supports a hidden world of pollinato...

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Marsh Woundwort

Stachys palustris

A champion of the wetlands, Marsh Woundwort brightens damp ditches and pond edges with its striking spikes of mottled...

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Meadow barley

Hordeum brachyantherum

An elegant, tufted native grass that defines the western landscape, Meadow barley provides vital forage and shelter f...

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meadow buttercup

Ranunculus acris

The Meadow Buttercup is the 'tall' golden icon of summer fields, famous for its mirror-like petals that seem to glow ...

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meadow fescue

Lolium pratense

A hardy, clump-forming perennial that anchors the meadow ecosystem. Meadow Fescue provides essential texture to the l...

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Meadow Foxtail

Alopecurus pratensis

A soft, shimmering highlight of the spring meadow, Meadow Foxtail brings texture and movement to your backyard. Its s...

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meadow hawkweed

Pilosella caespitosa

A hardy perennial with a 'king devil' reputation, meadow hawkweed stands out with its clusters of brilliant yellow bl...

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Mexican Bush Sage

Salvia leucantha

A late-season spectacular, Mexican Bush Sage paints the garden in velvety purple hues while serving as the ultimate n...

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Mexican feathergrass

Nassella tenuissima

Transform your backyard into a shimmering sea of gold with Mexican feathergrass, a hardy ornamental that dances in th...

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Mexican Ruellia

Ruellia simplex

A hardy survivor with striking violet blooms, Mexican Ruellia is a pollinator magnet that brings vibrant color and co...

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Mānuka

Leptospermum scoparium

A resilient pioneer of the southern wilderness, Mānuka is more than just a source of world-class honey. Its delicate ...

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Molucca Bramble

Rubus moluccanus

A vibrant, scrambling native raspberry that provides a thorny sanctuary for backyard wildlife. With its velvety leave...

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Morrow's honeysuckle

Lonicera morrowii

A vigorous master of the early spring, Morrow's honeysuckle creates lush, flowering thickets that transform backyard ...

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Moso Bamboo

Phyllostachys edulis

The undisputed king of temperate bamboos, Moso Bamboo creates soaring green cathedrals that can grow over three feet ...

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moss phlox

Phlox subulata

A vibrant, low-growing perennial that transforms rocky slopes into a carpet of brilliant color every spring. Moss phl...

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mountain fly-honeysuckle

Lonicera villosa

A hidden gem of North American wetlands, the mountain fly-honeysuckle offers more than just beauty. Its velvety leave...

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mountain laurel

Kalmia latifolia

Often called the 'Calico Bush,' Mountain Laurel transforms eastern forests into a sea of pink and white every spring....

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Mountain rock fig

Ficus glumosa

A true architect of the cliffs, the Mountain rock fig turns barren stone into a thriving vertical garden. With its ve...

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Mountain Sage

Salvia regla

Known as the 'Queen of the Chisos,' Mountain Sage is a spectacular scarlet-flowered shrub that fuels the epic migrati...

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mouse-eared hawkweed

Pilosella officinarum

A hardy and tenacious wildflower, the mouse-eared hawkweed blankets sunny fields with its distinctive lemon-yellow bl...