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Lilacs (Syringa)
Famous for both their intoxicating aroma and their beautiful colors (they usually come in shades of purple, but can also be white or pink), lilacs are a mainstay at parks and gardens around the world. Symbolic of love in many cultures, lilacs are also featured in poetry.
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Key Facts About Lilacs

Attributes of Lilacs

Planting Time
Spring, Fall
Plant Height
5 m
Spread
4 m
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
5 - 35 ℃

Trivia and Interesting Facts

Lilacs have the glorious nickname of the flower of heaven, perhaps because of its noble fragrance, which has been cherished since ancient times. Therefore, the flower language of lilacs is also worthy of the glory of its nickname. People born with this flower blessing are blessed by God and will lead a glorious life. Because they are too smart, they like to take shortcuts. They shouldn't forget their ultimate goal in their process of pursuit. In France, purple lilacs represent first love.

Scientific Classification of Lilacs

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How to Grow and Care for Lilacs

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The genus 'lilacs' are known for their fragrant floral display and moderate care requirements. Basic Care Needs encompass full sun exposure for optimal blooming, well-drained soil with neutral to mildly alkaline pH, and cool to moderate temperatures. Watering should be regular but avoid overwatering. Common Challenges include pests like aphids and diseases like powdery mildew or bacterial blight. These plants require good air circulation to minimize disease occurrence. Seasonal Considerations include less frequent watering in rainy winters and regular pruning post-flowering in late spring or early summer for a dense growth and abundant blooms.
More Info About Caring for Lilacs
species

Exploring the Lilacs Plants

8 most common species:
Syringa vulgaris
Common lilac
Common lilac is a shrub native to the Balkan Peninsula that blooms with a fragrant blossom. It grows on rocky terrain and has a suckering habit. The blossoms are used to flavor honey, sugars, food, and other delights and farmed for its fragrant flowers in the spring.
Syringa reticulata
Japanese tree lilac
The japanese tree lilac is a fragrant flowering tree native to northern China that is perfect for the garden or street. With full sun and moderate water, its masses of small blooms will appear in early summer and emit a pleasant scent. Though the japanese tree lilac is relatively hardy on the whole, the flowers are susceptible to late frosts.
Syringa villosa
Late Lilac
Late Lilac (Syringa villosa) is also known as “Late Lilac” because it blossoms later in the season than the common lilac. It’s a shrub that can grow up to 4 m tall and has flowers that can be purple, red, white, or pink. Late Lilac is indigenous to Korea, eastern Russia, and northern China.
Syringa pubescens subsp. pubescens
Dwarf korean lilac
Dwarf korean lilac is a spreading woody perennial. Urban gardeners particularly favor this plant, mainly because of its propensity to grow in urban conditions. The word pubescens within the scientific name translates to "downy," which was allocated due to the downy texture of the plant's leaves.
Syringa villosa subsp. wolfii
Wolf's lilac
Wolf's lilac is a prized shrub from Russia to Korea. Its thick leaves give it a full and healthy appearance when it’s not in bloom. The plant gets plenty of attention in the springtime, when the bush is covered with fragrant, draping flowers.
Syringa vulgaris 'President Lincoln'
Common lilac 'President Lincoln'
Displaying blooms of Wedgewood blue, common lilac 'President Lincoln' outdoes other species of its genus that present flower colors ranging from lilac to mauve to white. This French hybrid lilac was given the name "President Lincoln" to honor the famed leader. With common lilac 'President Lincoln''s incredible appearance, its delectable fragrance is just the cherry on top!
Syringa × hyacinthiflora 'Old Glory'
Lilacs 'Old Glory'
Lilacs 'Old Glory' is a hybrid flowering shrub renowned for its vibrant bloom clusters, which emit a sweet, powerful fragrance reminiscent of hyacinths. This plant typically flourishes in well-drained soils under full to partial sun, showcasing an array of purple to lavender flowers each spring. Its lush foliage provides a lush backdrop to the radiant floral display, attracting pollinators and serving as a striking ornamental piece in temperate gardens.
Syringa 'Pink Perfume'
Lilacs 'Pink Perfume'
Lilacs 'Pink Perfume' is a lilac hybrid with richly fragrant bright pink flowers that bloom at the end of spring or early summer. This coloration is quite distinct from the lilac-colored flowers of the parent plant. This is one of the shorter lilacs, growing to a maximum height of 1.8 m

All Species of Lilacs

Common lilac
Syringa vulgaris
Common lilac
Common lilac is a shrub native to the Balkan Peninsula that blooms with a fragrant blossom. It grows on rocky terrain and has a suckering habit. The blossoms are used to flavor honey, sugars, food, and other delights and farmed for its fragrant flowers in the spring.
Japanese tree lilac
Syringa reticulata
Japanese tree lilac
The japanese tree lilac is a fragrant flowering tree native to northern China that is perfect for the garden or street. With full sun and moderate water, its masses of small blooms will appear in early summer and emit a pleasant scent. Though the japanese tree lilac is relatively hardy on the whole, the flowers are susceptible to late frosts.
Late Lilac
Syringa villosa
Late Lilac
Late Lilac (Syringa villosa) is also known as “Late Lilac” because it blossoms later in the season than the common lilac. It’s a shrub that can grow up to 4 m tall and has flowers that can be purple, red, white, or pink. Late Lilac is indigenous to Korea, eastern Russia, and northern China.
Dwarf korean lilac
Syringa pubescens subsp. pubescens
Dwarf korean lilac
Dwarf korean lilac is a spreading woody perennial. Urban gardeners particularly favor this plant, mainly because of its propensity to grow in urban conditions. The word pubescens within the scientific name translates to "downy," which was allocated due to the downy texture of the plant's leaves.
Wolf's lilac
Syringa villosa subsp. wolfii
Wolf's lilac
Wolf's lilac is a prized shrub from Russia to Korea. Its thick leaves give it a full and healthy appearance when it’s not in bloom. The plant gets plenty of attention in the springtime, when the bush is covered with fragrant, draping flowers.
Common lilac 'President Lincoln'
Syringa vulgaris 'President Lincoln'
Common lilac 'President Lincoln'
Displaying blooms of Wedgewood blue, common lilac 'President Lincoln' outdoes other species of its genus that present flower colors ranging from lilac to mauve to white. This French hybrid lilac was given the name "President Lincoln" to honor the famed leader. With common lilac 'President Lincoln''s incredible appearance, its delectable fragrance is just the cherry on top!
Lilacs 'Old Glory'
Syringa × hyacinthiflora 'Old Glory'
Lilacs 'Old Glory'
Lilacs 'Old Glory' is a hybrid flowering shrub renowned for its vibrant bloom clusters, which emit a sweet, powerful fragrance reminiscent of hyacinths. This plant typically flourishes in well-drained soils under full to partial sun, showcasing an array of purple to lavender flowers each spring. Its lush foliage provides a lush backdrop to the radiant floral display, attracting pollinators and serving as a striking ornamental piece in temperate gardens.
Lilacs 'Pink Perfume'
Syringa 'Pink Perfume'
Lilacs 'Pink Perfume'
Lilacs 'Pink Perfume' is a lilac hybrid with richly fragrant bright pink flowers that bloom at the end of spring or early summer. This coloration is quite distinct from the lilac-colored flowers of the parent plant. This is one of the shorter lilacs, growing to a maximum height of 1.8 m
Common lilac 'Mrs Edward Harding'
Syringa vulgaris 'Mrs Edward Harding'
Common lilac 'Mrs Edward Harding'
A cultivar of lilac, common lilac 'Mrs Edward Harding' is bushy and medium-sized with red-purple, distinctively fragrant double flowers and heart-shaped leaves. While this cultivar requires full sun to reach its maximum blooming potential, it is reasonably hardy and can tolerate exposure to wind and rain.
Common lilac 'Yankee Doodle'
Syringa vulgaris 'Yankee Doodle'
Common lilac 'Yankee Doodle'
Common lilac 'Yankee Doodle', a cultivar of the common lilac, displays clusters of deep purple, fragrant flowers that bloom profusely in late spring. Robust and deciduous, common lilac 'Yankee Doodle' reaches a mature height of about 10 to 12 feet, thriving best in full sun with well-drained soil. Its lush, heart-shaped foliage and aromatic blossoms attract pollinators, adding both aesthetic and ecological value to gardens.
Common lilac 'Avalanche'
Syringa vulgaris 'Avalanche'
Common lilac 'Avalanche'
Originally derived from common lilac (Syringa vulgaris), common lilac 'Avalanche' differs in that it possesses white flowers rather than purple ones. It's a cultivar given the name "Avalanche" for the mass of pure-white blooms it produces, giving the visual effect of a rush of snow.
Common lilac 'Monge'
Syringa vulgaris 'Monge'
Common lilac 'Monge'
A large French lilac cultivar, the common lilac 'Monge' grows up to 3.5 m tall and wide. Introduced in 1913 by Émile Lemoine, this cultivar celebrates 18th-century French mathematician Gaspard Monge. With richly scented flowers, the common lilac 'Monge' can form beautiful mixed shrub borders, hedges, or foundation plantings.
Common lilac 'Beauty of Moscow'
Syringa vulgaris 'Beauty of Moscow'
Common lilac 'Beauty of Moscow'
The common lilac 'Beauty of Moscow' is a quickly growing cultivar that blooms very fragrant double flowers. Leonid Kolesnikov crossbred the 'I.V. Michturin' and the 'Belle de Nancy' to develop the common lilac 'Beauty of Moscow'. Kolesnikov named the common lilac 'Beauty of Moscow' to celebrate his Russian heritage. The common lilac 'Beauty of Moscow' is a great cut flower resistant to pests, disease, and weather.
Lilacs 'Elinor'
Syringa × prestoniae 'Elinor'
Lilacs 'Elinor'
Lilacs 'Elinor' is a hybrid lilac known for its profuse late spring blooms. The panicles of vibrant, fragrant flowers range from pink to purple and attract various pollinators. This deciduous shrub matures with a rounded habit, reaching up to 10 feet in height and spread. Hardy and adaptable, lilacs 'Elinor' thrives in temperate climates and prefers well-drained soil with full sun exposure to flourish.
Lilacs 'Palibin'
Syringa meyeri 'Palibin'
Lilacs 'Palibin'
Lilacs 'Palibin' is distinct for its compact size and low-spreading habit. A cultivar of Syringa meyeri, it explodes with tiny, pale pink flowers in late spring. As a dwarf cultivar, this plant is ideal for small gardens, especially if the owner wishes to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Meyer lilac
Syringa meyeri
Meyer lilac
Meyer lilac is one mysterious shrub. Despite its defined native range, its origins have never been fully understood. Strangely, there is no proof that the plant has ever been found in the wild. Since the original form is practically unknown, in gardens, meyer lilac is grown in the cultivar form called 'Palibin'.
Common lilac 'Vestale'
Syringa vulgaris 'Vestale'
Common lilac 'Vestale'
Common lilac 'Vestale' is a cultivar of lilac that bears extremely fragrant flowers with hues of pure white. Unlike many lilac cultivars, this plant displays some flexibility in its sunlight toleration, thriving in partial shade as well as full sun. However, it may take from ten to twenty years for this plant to reach its full height and blooming potential.
Manchurian lilac
Syringa pubescens subsp. patula
Manchurian lilac
Manchurian lilac is an attractive lilac with characteristic white flowers tinged with blue. It blooms in late spring and early summer and is a popular garden shrub for its showy and abundant flowers, which have a spicier fragrance than regular lilac. This lilac has better resistance to mildew than other species and grows well in pH-neutral, well-drained soil.
Common lilac 'Charles Joly'
Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly'
Common lilac 'Charles Joly'
Common lilac 'Charles Joly' is a popular cultivar of Syringa vulgaris, prized for its large, double flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. Its fragrant flowers attract bees and butterflies. The plant is toxic if ingested and can cause skin irritation. This lilac is a great addition to any garden for a pop of color and sweet-smelling aroma.
Lilacs 'Declaration'
Syringa × hyacinthiflora 'Declaration'
Lilacs 'Declaration'
Lilacs 'Declaration' is an early-flowering lilac developed by Don Egolf at the National Arboretum in the United States. It is a cross of the Sweet Charity and Pocahontas variants. It blooms earlier than most lilacs and produces an abundance of purple-red single blooms with a fine fragrance.
Lilacs 'Maiden's Blush'
Syringa × hyacinthiflora 'Maiden's Blush'
Lilacs 'Maiden's Blush'
Lilacs 'Maiden's Blush' produces fragrant, pink flowers that do best when grown in full sun. This plant's flowers bloom up to a week and a half earlier than most lilac cultivars and may be used in mixed shrub borders or as flowering hedges for dramatic effect. Lilacs 'Maiden's Blush' was developed by Frank Skinner from Dropmore, Manitoba, Canada, in 1966.
Lilacs 'Red Pixie'
Syringa microphylla 'Red Pixie'
Lilacs 'Red Pixie'
Lilacs 'Red Pixie' is a compact shrub variety of lilac that grows only to about 1.5 meters tall, compared with other varieties of lilac that can grow to five times that height. The plant's name reflects both the variety's size as well as the color of its blooms; the plant has light red flowers in the spring. Gardeners appreciate the lilacs 'Red Pixie' for its attractive flowers as well as its appeal to butterflies, hummingbirds, and pollinators.
Common lilac 'Albert F. Holden'
Syringa vulgaris 'Albert F. Holden'
Common lilac 'Albert F. Holden'
A cultivar of lilac, common lilac 'Albert F. Holden' is appreciated for the silvery blush on its deep purple flowers and for the cultivar's noted resistance to powdery mildew. This shrub grows at a rather fast rate, with its life expectancy potentially reaching 30 years in ideal conditions.
Lilacs 'Esther Staley'
Syringa × hyacinthiflora 'Esther Staley'
Lilacs 'Esther Staley'
Lilacs 'Esther Staley' has heart-shaped leaves and early blooms. These flowers begin as magenta buds, blooming into lilac-pink flowers with a pleasant fragrance. This cultivar was derived from Syringa vulgaris and Syringa oblata var dilatata and was named for a Californian plant pioneer of the same name.
Common lilac 'Katherine Havemeyer'
Syringa vulgaris 'Katherine Havemeyer'
Common lilac 'Katherine Havemeyer'
With luxuriant panicles of double lavender-pink flowers, common lilac 'Katherine Havemeyer' is a sight to behold when in bloom. These fragrant blossoms not only captivate the senses but also attract pollinators, vital to its proliferation. Common lilac 'Katherine Havemeyer' features heart-shaped leaves that turn yellow-green in fall, endowing gardens with a warm palette. Adaptable yet favoring well-drained soil, common lilac 'Katherine Havemeyer' thrives in full sun to partial shade, embodying the vigor of spring.
Common lilac 'Sensation'
Syringa vulgaris 'Sensation'
Common lilac 'Sensation'
A variant of lilac, common lilac 'Sensation' is an extremely popular variant due to its unusual bicolored flowers, which are purple and tinged with white edges. The fragrant flowers appear in late spring, assuming full sun, and have such expansive blooms they cover the majority of the vine.
Juliana lilac 'Superba'
Syringa pubescens subsp. microphylla 'Superba'
Juliana lilac 'Superba'
The juliana lilac 'Superba' is distinguished by its resistance to lilac diseases like powdery mildew. It is named for its small leaves and small clustered flowers, but its parentage is unknown. Hardy, versatile, heat-resistant, and great for attracting pollinators, the juliana lilac 'Superba' won the Award of Garden Merit as a highly desirable scented shrub.
Common lilac 'President Grevy'
Syringa vulgaris 'President Grevy'
Common lilac 'President Grevy'
Common lilac 'President Grevy' is a striking deciduous shrub known for its clusters of double lilac-blue florets, which exude a delightful fragrance in spring. Its broad heart-shaped leaves flourish under full sun to partial shade, in well-drained soils, supporting the opulent blooms. Hardy and cold-resistant, common lilac 'President Grevy' charms in horticultural displays, attracting pollinators to its nectar-rich blossoms.
Common lilac 'Madame Lemoine'
Syringa vulgaris 'Madame Lemoine'
Common lilac 'Madame Lemoine'
Common lilac 'Madame Lemoine' is one of the most exquisite white lilac cultivars. Spring buds are yellow but develop into glistening white double flowers in late spring/early summer. Common lilac 'Madame Lemoine' was bred by the renowned French family of horticulturalists the Lemoines, after whom it was named as well. It is a winner of the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Lilacs 'Smsjbp7'
Syringa 'Smsjbp7'
Lilacs 'Smsjbp7'
The Lilac cultivar, lilacs 'Smsjbp7', is also known as 'Boomerang Dark Purple' in recognition of its purple blooms which grow in uniquely long tubes topped by wide-spreading four-petalled flowers. This cultivar enjoys a particularly long blooming season with early spring blooms and repeat blooms through summer into early fall. This Lilac was selected in Grand Haven Michigan and patented in 2013.
Common lilac 'Primrose'
Syringa vulgaris 'Primrose'
Common lilac 'Primrose'
Common lilac 'Primrose' is a stunning variety of Syringa vulgaris, known for its creamy-yellow blooms and sweet fragrance. This hardy deciduous shrub can reach up to 6 feet tall and 8 feet wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade. With its attractive flowers, it is commonly used in gardens and landscaping. Interestingly, Syringa vulgaris has been found to have medicinal properties and has been traditionally used to treat various ailments.
Persian lilac
Syringa persica
Persian lilac
The persian lilac, which is smaller than typical lilacs, is a flowering shrub that is widely utilized in flowery hedges and foundation plantings. Its pale lavender blossoms are delicately perfumed and attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Syringa oblata
Syringa oblata
Syringa oblata
Syringa oblata is a deciduous shrub renowned for its early-blooming lilac flowers, which emit a sweet fragrance. Broad heart-shaped leaves and a rounded growth habit characterize this plant, typically thriving in temperate climates. Its flowers, ranging from pale purple to lilac-pink, form dense clusters that attract pollinators and are a harbinger of spring.
Syringa reticulata subsp. amurensis
Syringa reticulata subsp. amurensis
Syringa reticulata subsp. amurensis
Syringa reticulata subsp. amurensis is a deciduous shrub or small tree recognized for its panicles of creamy white, fragrant flowers that bloom in early summer. Distinguished by its peeling, golden-brown bark and pointed, oval leaves, syringa reticulata subsp. amurensis thrives in well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil, tolerating cold climates. Its striking flower clusters attract pollinators, while its overall hardiness enables survival in diverse environments.
Juliana lilac
Syringa pubescens
Juliana lilac
Juliana lilac is a deciduous shrub with a sturdy and upright growth habit. Its exceptional display of panicle-shaped, light lavender or white flowers, give off a potent fragrance and bloom in late spring, attracting butterflies and bees. The green leaves transition to a golden yellow in the fall. This shrub thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.
Lilacs 'Josee'
Syringa × meyeri 'Josee'
Lilacs 'Josee'
Lilacs 'Josee' is a compact, deciduous shrub known for its profuse lavender-pink flowers that bloom from spring to frost. Its bushy growth habit supports dense, heart-shaped foliage with a lush, green appearance. The fragrant blossoms attract pollinators, thriving best in well-drained soils with ample sunlight, symbolizing resilience in temperate gardens.
Little-leaf lilac
Syringa pubescens subsp. microphylla
Little-leaf lilac
Little-leaf lilac boasts delicate blooms, often in pale hues that emit a sweet fragrance, drawing pollinators to its compact clusters. Its small, lush green foliage is hardy and adapts to various temperate conditions, thriving particularly in areas with cold winters. The plant's modest stature, with fine-textured branches, makes it a charming addition to domestic gardens. Resilience to chill and its enchanting scent highlight little-leaf lilac as a botanical gem among flowering shrubs.
Syringa pinnatifolia
Syringa pinnatifolia
Syringa pinnatifolia
Famous for both their intoxicating aroma and their beautiful colors (they usually come in shades of purple, but can also be white or pink), syringa pinnatifolia are a mainstay at parks and gardens around the world. Symbolic of love in many cultures, syringa pinnatifolia are also featured in poetry.
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Syringa
Famous for both their intoxicating aroma and their beautiful colors (they usually come in shades of purple, but can also be white or pink), lilacs are a mainstay at parks and gardens around the world. Symbolic of love in many cultures, lilacs are also featured in poetry.
Lifespan
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Plant Type
Shrub
info

Key Facts About Lilacs

Attributes of Lilacs

Planting Time
Spring, Fall
Plant Height
5 m
Spread
4 m
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
5 - 35 ℃

Trivia and Interesting Facts

Lilacs have the glorious nickname of the flower of heaven, perhaps because of its noble fragrance, which has been cherished since ancient times. Therefore, the flower language of lilacs is also worthy of the glory of its nickname. People born with this flower blessing are blessed by God and will lead a glorious life. Because they are too smart, they like to take shortcuts. They shouldn't forget their ultimate goal in their process of pursuit. In France, purple lilacs represent first love.

Scientific Classification of Lilacs

care detail

How to Grow and Care for Lilacs

The genus 'lilacs' are known for their fragrant floral display and moderate care requirements. Basic Care Needs encompass full sun exposure for optimal blooming, well-drained soil with neutral to mildly alkaline pH, and cool to moderate temperatures. Watering should be regular but avoid overwatering. Common Challenges include pests like aphids and diseases like powdery mildew or bacterial blight. These plants require good air circulation to minimize disease occurrence. Seasonal Considerations include less frequent watering in rainy winters and regular pruning post-flowering in late spring or early summer for a dense growth and abundant blooms.
More Info About Caring for Lilacs
species

Exploring the Lilacs Plants

8 most common species:
Syringa vulgaris
Common lilac
Common lilac is a shrub native to the Balkan Peninsula that blooms with a fragrant blossom. It grows on rocky terrain and has a suckering habit. The blossoms are used to flavor honey, sugars, food, and other delights and farmed for its fragrant flowers in the spring.
Syringa reticulata
Japanese tree lilac
The japanese tree lilac is a fragrant flowering tree native to northern China that is perfect for the garden or street. With full sun and moderate water, its masses of small blooms will appear in early summer and emit a pleasant scent. Though the japanese tree lilac is relatively hardy on the whole, the flowers are susceptible to late frosts.
Syringa villosa
Late Lilac
Late Lilac (Syringa villosa) is also known as “Late Lilac” because it blossoms later in the season than the common lilac. It’s a shrub that can grow up to 4 m tall and has flowers that can be purple, red, white, or pink. Late Lilac is indigenous to Korea, eastern Russia, and northern China.
Syringa pubescens subsp. pubescens
Dwarf korean lilac
Dwarf korean lilac is a spreading woody perennial. Urban gardeners particularly favor this plant, mainly because of its propensity to grow in urban conditions. The word pubescens within the scientific name translates to "downy," which was allocated due to the downy texture of the plant's leaves.
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All Species of Lilacs

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Dracaena
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Ficus
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Rubus
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Acer
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Solanum
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Rosa
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Quercus
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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