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Petunia grandiflora is a popular ornamental plant known for its large, showy flowers. Below is the botanical classification: Kingdom: Plantae Clade: Angiosperms Clade: Eudicots Clade: Asterids Order: Solanales Family: Solanaceae Genus: Petunia Species: Petunia axillaris × Petunia integrifolia (hybrid origin)Cultivar Group: Grandiflora #planttaxonomy

Hickories and walnuts belong to the same family — the walnut family (Juglandaceae). Up until the early 1800s, American botanists considered hickories to be walnuts (genus Juglans), and no distinction was made between the two groups of trees. In the 1800s, hickories became recognized as being taxonomically distinct from walnuts and were given their own genus to reflect this distinction — the Carya genus. An observable difference between hickories and walnuts involves the fruits. Hickories are dehiscent — the fruits completely or partially split open at maturity, and their husks are composed of sections or valves. With few exceptions, walnuts are typically indehiscent — the fruits do not split open at maturity. Pictured here are 5 hickories and 2 walnuts that grow in eastern North America. Bark isn’t always the best feature to help distinguish between species, but it can be useful in some circumstances. For example, the bark of shagbark hickory is similar to the bark of shellbark hickory, but the bark of both trees is very different from the bark of bitternut hickory.

#FridayFlora - Since 2002, the Arnold Arboretum has been a member of the Plant Collections Network, a network of botanical gardens administered through the American Public Gardens Association in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The primary focus of the Plant Collections Network is the long-term preservation of germplasm for research. Participating institutions commit to holding and developing collections that are primarily organized at the genus level. The Arboretum holds eight collections for the Plant Collections Network: Acer (maple), Carya (hickory), Fagus (beech), Forsythia (forsythia), Ginkgo (ginkgo), Stewartia, Syringa (lilac), and Tsuga (hemlock). Our collections focus is on botanical taxa—cultivated plants are exempt—and our goal is to maximize diversity both within each genus and within each species. The Arboretum’s holdings of these eight genera are quite robust, representing some of the largest and best documented collections of their kind in the world. Because of their importance, our Collections Policy prioritizes their development and care as core collections. #GoPublicGardens #PublicGarden #PublicGardens #flora #florafriday

Cattleya x elegans is a remarkable natural hybrid orchid that combines the unique traits of two distinct species: Cattleya purpurata and Cattleya tigrina. This fusion results in a plant of extraordinary beauty, boasting characteristics inherited from both parent species. Orchid enthusiasts and collectors alike seek out this captivating variety for its allure and charm. In its natural habitat, Cattleya x elegans can be found in the tropical regions of Brazil, where the parent species, Cattleya purpurata and Cattleya tigrina, coexist. These orchids come into being through the natural pollination process facilitated by insects or other pollinators, leading to the creation of this exquisite orchid hybrid. Taxonomically, Cattleya x elegans belongs to the Orchidaceae family and the Cattleya genus. With its distinct appearance inherited from both parent species, this hybrid orchid stands out as a unique and enchanting addition to any collection. One of the most appealing characteristics of Cattleya x elegans is its sweet and alluring fragrance. These orchids emit a delightful scent that enhances their overall charm. Proper care for Cattleya x elegans involves providing optimal growing conditions, including bright indirect light, well-draining soil or medium, regular watering, and proper air circulation. With the right care and attention, these orchids will flourish, rewarding growers with their stunning blooms and captivating fragrance.

You are invited to join our next ABA - Botanical Chat session to explore the Caryophyllaceae the aster, daisy, composite, or sunflower family. Kingdom: Plantae Clade: Tracheopbytes Clade: Angiosperms Clade: Eudicots Order: Caryophyllales Family: Caryophyllaceae Genus: eg Saponaria Species: eg officinalis The Caryophyllaceae or " pinks " are a large and distinct family of flowering plants, characterised by having five petals, opposite leaves and stems with distinct joints or nodes. Most are herbaceous and from the northern hemisphere, although there is one species that grows in Antarctica. Join Annie and Pam to explore this family with over 2000 species and how to correctly write the names of plants. (ref Wikipedia) Each session will focus on what you need to know about the structure of the plants in this family to help produce scientifically accurate illustrations. There is also a chance for you to ask questions and perhaps share your information or illustrations of plants from this group. There are only three sessions with a maximum of twelve (12) places in each session so make sure you don't miss out. Registrations close MIDNIGHT Sunday the 2nd June - BST note: it is British Summer Time Members who register early have the best chance to join their chosen session. If your preferred session is full and there are unfilled places in the other sessions, we may be able to reserve a space for you. https://lnkd.in/eFDEGKkZ We will let you know if you have gained a place and provide you with details about how you can join your chosen Zoom session. - Only ABA members can register. - There are THREE online Zoom sessions. - A maximum of twenty (20) members in each session. - The first twenty who register for a session will be allocated a space. - All times are British Summer Time. (BST). Your World Clock Session One: Tuesday evening - 4th June, 8 - 9pm BST Session Two: Friday afternoon - 7th June, 2 - 3pm BST Session Three: Tuesday evening - 11th June, 8 - 9pm BST All the best and if you have any questions use the email link below. Pam & Annie The ABA Team assocbotart@gmail.com Registrations close MIDNIGHT Sunday the 2nd June - BST

Plant Variety Rights (PVRs) protect new varieties or cultivars of plants. Think of your favourite summer fruit like cherries or strawberries, it is likely that you are eating a variety protected by PVR! There are some plants that may have to go through extra steps before PVRs could be granted, like New Zealand’s Christmas tree – the Pohutukawa or botanically, Metrosideros excelsa. As Pohutukawa is a taonga species (cultural treasure), any new application for a variety would be referred to the Māori Plant Varieties Committee for the consideration of any kaitiaki relationships before a right could be granted. Find out more about registering a Plant Variety Right: https://bit.ly/3stWsgn

MAY PLANTS OF THE MONTH 🌱 This month's tour at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney features rare and resilient plants that have survived for millennia. The plant of the month, which you can see at all our sites, is the #WollemiPine (Wollemia nobilis): 🌲It was thought to be extinct until it was serendipitously discovered in 1994 🌲This critically endangered conifer is one of the world’s rarest plants 🌲Less than 50 adult trees remain in the wild 🔬Recent research using advanced genomic sequencing has detected some genetic variation in surviving trees. To help save the species from extinction Botanic Gardens of Sydney horticulturists and scientists launched a project last year whereby a meta-collection of trees representing the genetic diversity of the species was sent to botanic gardens around the world to create vital ex-situ conservation collections. 🌱 Translocation populations have also been created in natural areas similar to the wild habitats of the Wollemi Pine in the Blue Mountains. 🦠 Critical research also continues to investigate ways of combatting the deadly fungal pathogen Phytophthora cinnamoni threatening the wild population. These and other research projects are vital to ensure that this unique tree survives for future generations. ⬇️ Discover more

Hickories and walnuts are both members of the walnut family, Juglandaceae. Until the early 19th century, American botanists classified hickories as a type of walnut within the genus Juglans. However, by the 1800s, hickories were recognized as distinct from walnuts and were reclassified under their own genus, Carya. One notable difference between hickories and walnuts is their fruit. Hickory fruits are dehiscent, meaning they split open partially or completely at maturity, and their husks are segmented. In contrast, walnut fruits are typically indehiscent and do not split open as they mature. In eastern North America, you can find five types of hickories and two types of walnuts. Although bark is not always the most reliable feature for identifying these species, it can be helpful. For instance, the bark of the shagbark hickory is similar to that of the shellbark hickory, yet both differ markedly from the bark of the bitternut hickory.

𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗺𝗮 𝗲𝘂𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗶 📷 @planet_fungi ( ig ) “ Entoloma eugenei is a species of agaric (gilled mushroom) in the family Entolomataceae. The species has a temperate distribution in the Russian Far East, Japan, and Korea, occurring mainly in mixed hardwood forests.Threats to its habitat have resulted in Entoloma eugenei being assessed as globally "endangered" on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Basidiocarps are agaricoid, up to 80 mm (3 in) tall, the cap hemispherical at first becoming flat, up to 60 mm (2.4 in) across. The cap surface is smooth, finely velvety when young, and deep blue. The lamellae (gills) are white becoming pink from the spores. The stipe (stem) is finely squamulose, cap-coloured or paler, lacking a ring. The spore print is pink. “ - Wikipedia 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀, 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗶 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂! ⍗ www.plantsnap.com ⍗ #Entolomaeugenei #Entoloma #agaric #gilledmushroom #bluemushroom #bluemushrooms #bluefungi #blueinnature #mushroomlovers #mushroomhunting #mushroomhunters #mushroomforaging #mushroomidentification #fungilove #fungiidentification #fungiphotography #mushroomphotography #mushroomoftheday #fungioftheday #mycologymonday #fungi #plantsnap