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Pictures of Flowers Mullein Pictures and Mullein Kind

Pictures of Flowers Mullein Pictures and Mullein Kind

Mullein is a genus of about 250 species of flowering plants of native to Europe and Asia with highest diversity in the Mediterranean region. Mullein is a biennial or perennial plant that grows 0.5-3 meters tall. Common mullein, moth mullein and white mullein varieties have been introduced in the United States, moth variety being grown mainly for its beautiful flowers.

Leaves of mullein are large, thick and densely hairy. During the first year of its growth, mullein becomes a large plant; often more than a foot across, lying close to the ground. During the early summer in the second year of its growth, a tall spike of yellow flowers grows on the mullein plant. Aside from yellow, orange, red-brown, purple, blue or white flowers are also found in many of the species of mulleins. Fruit of mullein plant is a small capsule containing several minute seeds. The plant is popularly used as a medicine in thew treatments of respiratory disorders and asthma. Extracts from the flowers are effective in the treatments of ear infections.

Pictures of Flowers Mullein Pictures and Mullein Kind

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Pictures of Flowers Morning Glory Pictures and Morning Glory Kind

Pictures of Flowers Morning Glory Pictures and Morning Glory Kind

Morning Glory is the common name for about 1000 species of flowering plants that are found in the warmer parts of the world. Sweet potato, bindweed and moonflower are few of the common members of morning glory family. The flower typically lasts for a single morning and dies in the afternoon with new flowers blooming every day. The plants prefer full sunlight throughout the day and well-balanced moisture content in the soil. At many parts of the world, morning glory has turned into a serious invasive weed problem.

Majority of the morning glory plants are perennials in tropical area while they are annuals in colder climates. Leaves are dark green and heart shaped. Flowers are white or light pink and heart shaped. Due to their faster growth, twining habits, attractive flowers and tolerance for poor soil conditions, many species of morning glory are popular for creating summer shades, keeping the buildings cool, and thus reducing heating and cooling costs. Water spinach, a species of water morning glory, is very popular as green and leafy vegetable in Eastern and Southeast Asian cuisines.

Pictures of Flowers Morning Glory Pictures and Morning Glory Kind

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Pictures of Flowers Moonflower Pictures and Moonflower Kind

Pictures of Flowers Moonflower Pictures and Moonflower Kind

Moonflower is a genus of flowering plants in the family of morning glory. The genus can be found throughout the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Moonflower comprises annual and perennial herbaceous plants, lianas, shrubs and small trees, majority of the species being twining climbing plants.

Moonflower is a climbing vine that grows to about 10 feet height. Leaves are broad and heart shaped that can provide an excellent screen for porches by blocking the sunlight. Flowers are pure white and trumpet shaped. Flowers are strongly scented and open at nights and close in the sunlight. The plant can grow easily and quickly. Several species of moonflowers have beautiful flowers in various colors and thus the plants are often grown as ornamental plants. Its spectacular flowers attract large insects, butterflies, moths or even hummingbirds. Moonflower genus also includes food crops such as the tubers of sweet potato and the leaves of water spinach.

Pictures of Flowers Moonflower Pictures and Moonflower Kind

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Pictures of Flowers Mistletoe Pictures and Mistletoe Kind

Pictures of Flowers Mistletoe Pictures and Mistletoe Kind

Mistletoe is a common name in the genus of parasitic plants that grow attached to and within the branches of a tree or shrub. Mistletoes grow on a large variety of host trees. The plants can reduce the growth of the host trees and also kill the trees if infested heavily. American and European species of mistletoe grow most often on apple trees but they may also grow on other trees such as lime, fir, sycamore, hawthorn and poplar. Dwarf mistletoe is a small variety that grows on pine trees in the eastern United States.

Mistletoe is an evergreen plant with leathery oblong leaves. Yellow and tiny flowers bloom in February and March. Birds usually through the faeces spread most of the mistletoe seeds. Mistletoe is an extremely poisonous plant that can cause acute gastrointestinal problems, stomach pain and diarrhea. European mistletoe often figured prominently in Greek and Celtic mythologies. Besides, mistletoe is also associated with several traditions and festivals, especially Christmas. In the ancient Europe, mistletoe was often used a ceremonial plant.

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Pictures of Flowers Mint Pictures and Mint Kind

Pictures of Flowers Mint Pictures and Mint Kind

Mint is a genus of flowering plants in the mint family. Mint or mentha has a wide distribution across Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and North America. Mint is an aromatic and perennial plant that grows best in wet environments and moist soils. The plant can grow 10-120 cm tall and spread over an indeterminate area. Majority of the species prefer cool and moist spots in partially shaded areas. However, generally, mints can sustain a wide range of climatic conditions. Besides, they can also be grown in full sun.

Mint has wide spreading underground rhizomes and erect branched stems. Leaves are in opposite arrangements. Colors of leaves range from dark green, purple, blue and sometimes yellow. White to purple flowers grows in clusters on erect spikes. Fruit is a dry capsule containing several seeds. Peppermint, apple mint and spearmint are the most common and popular mints. Mints are generally considered as ideal companion plants that can repel pests and insects. Fresh or dried leaves are best known for their culinary use in several cuisines throughout the world. Mint leaves have a pleasant, fresh, warm, aromatic and sweet flavor with a cool aftertaste. Mint finds extensive use in tea, beverages, drinks, syrups, candies, jellies and ice creams.

Pictures of Flowers Mint Pictures and Mint Kind

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Pictures of Flowers Mignonette Pictures and Mignonette Kind

Pictures of Flowers Mignonette Pictures and Mignonette Kind

Mignonette is a genus of fragrant herbaceous plants native to the Mediterranean region, southwest Asia, Canary Islands, Iberia and northwestern India. The Genus includes annuals, biennials and perennial plants that grow 40-130 cm tall.

Leaves of Mignonette form a basal rosette at the ground level and then move the stem in spiral arrangement. Leaves can be entire, toothed or pinnate. White, yellow, orange or green flowers grow on a slender spike. Fruits are a small dry capsule containing several seeds. The plants should not be moved after sowing, as it does not like to be transplanted. Flowers are extremely fragrant but they are not very attractive. Therefore, it is mainly grown for the sweet ambrosia scent of the flowers. Mignonette is often used in flower arrangements, perfumes and potpourris. During Roman era, the plant was used as sedative and in the treatments for bruises. Besides, the plant was also used for extracting yellow dye from its roots. However, due to cheaper synthetic dyes, nowadays, it is rarely used for yellow dyes.

Pictures of Flowers Mignonette Pictures and Mignonette Kind

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Pictures of Flowers Lotus Pictures and Lotus Kind

Pictures of Flowers Lotus Pictures and Lotus Kind

Lotus is the scientific name for a large genus of flowering plants of pea family. Lotus is also the common English name for various fvlowering plants belonging different families. Indian lotus or ‘Sacred Lotus’ of the orient is a member of water lily family. Besides, the sacred lotus is also the national flower of India. Sacred lotus is grown at many parts throughout the world. It has pink flowers and round leaves, which usually grow above the surface of the water. Seeds are nut-like and held in pits in the seedpods. Large varieties of Indian lotus having white, pink or red flowers are grown in lily ponds.

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Pictures of Flowers Loosestrife Pictures and Loosestrife Kind

Pictures of Flowers Loosestrife Pictures and Loosestrife Kind

Loosestrife is the common name for various flowering plants. Garden loosestrife is the common species that has sword shaped leaves and yellow flowers. Moneywort, also known as creeping Charlie, is another common species of

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Pictures of Flowers Liquorice Pictures and Liquorice Kind

Pictures of Flowers Liquorice Pictures and Liquorice Kind

Liquorice is a well-known flavor, which is the product of the sweet roots of the plant Liquorice. The plant is a legume, related to beans and peas, native to southern Europe and parts of Asia. The plant is also cultivated widely in Italy, Spain and Russia. Although a small quantity grows in Louisiana and Cal but large quantities of Liquorice are imported into United States.

Liquorice is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows to a height of about one meter. The plant has long pinnate leaves with 9-17 leaflets. Long, purple to pale whitish blue flowers grow in a loose inflorescence. Fruit is an oblong pod containing several seeds. The plant grows best in deep, fertile, well-drained soils with full sun. It is harvested in autumn 2-3 years after planting. Liquorice extract is produced from the Liquorice plants by chemically boiling its roots and evaporating most of the water. Liquorice extract is traded both in solid and syrup form. Liquorice flavor is used in vast varieties of candies and other food products.