Species library

western sword fern

Polystichum munitum

The crown jewel of the Pacific Northwest forest floor, the western sword fern is a rugged, evergreen titan. Its prehi...

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Western Wheatgrass

Elymus smithii

The backbone of the American prairie, Western Wheatgrass is a resilient native known for its striking blue-green hue ...

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western white pine

Pinus monticola

The western white pine, Idaho’s state tree, is a silver-toned giant that defines the rugged forests of the Northwest....

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White Bamboo

Bambusa chungii

A striking architectural marvel, White Bamboo is famous for its ghostly blue-white culms that glow in the twilight. T...

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white baneberry

Actaea pachypoda

Known for its eerie berries that resemble miniature porcelain eyeballs, the white baneberry is a striking and mysteri...

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white clover

Trifolium repens

The unsung hero of the backyard, white clover is more than just a lawn dweller—it's a nitrogen-fixing powerhouse and ...

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white grass

Leersia virginica

A shimmering native grass that brightens the dampest corners of the forest. White grass is a vital wetland plant know...

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White Mangrove

Laguncularia racemosa

The White Mangrove is the coastal architect of the subtropics, known for its unique salt-secreting glands and its vit...

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white sage

Salvia apiana

A shimmering icon of the American West, White Sage is more than just a fragrant shrub—it is a vital hub for native po...

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White Sweetclover

Melilotus albus

A towering champion of the meadow, White Sweetclover is a nitrogen-fixing powerhouse that fills the summer air with t...

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white-tinged sedge

Carex albicans

The white-tinged sedge is a graceful, low-growing native grass-like plant that illuminates the shadows of dry woodlan...

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Whitegrass

Cortaderia pilosa

The shimmering soul of the southern moorlands, Whitegrass is a resilient tussock that provides shelter and beauty in ...

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Whiteleaf Manzanita

Arctostaphylos viscida

With its iconic mahogany-red bark and silver-white leaves, the Whiteleaf Manzanita is a sculptural masterpiece of the...

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Whorled plectranthus

Plectranthus verticillatus

A lush, trailing treasure from southern Africa, the Whorled plectranthus brightens shaded corners with its high-gloss...

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Wild Angelica

Angelica sylvestris

A towering architectural wonder of the wetlands, Wild Angelica is the ultimate summer skyscraper for pollinators. Wit...

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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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