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* Pinus peuce ( Macedonian Pine ) is a species of pine native to the mountains of Macedonia , western Bulgaria , Albania , Montenegro , Kosovo , the extreme southwest of Serbia , and the extreme north of Greece , growing typically at (600-) 1,000-2,200...

* Also commonly called pig squeak because of the noise produced by rubbing a leaf between thumb and finger. * Leaves are often used in floral arrangements. * Features large rosettes of leathery, glossy, toothed, rounded, dark green leaves (to 10" long...

* Greek Fir is native to the mountains of Greece, primarily in the Peloponnesos and the island of Kefallonia, * It is grown as an ornamental tree in parks and large gardens. * Greek Fir was important in the past for wood for general construction.

The flowers are white, borne in early spring. * Shiny dark green evergreen leaves, emerging bronzy in spring; white slightly fragrant flowers in pendulous masses; neat upright habit; prefers moist, well-drained, acid soil, but doesn't insist on it; needs...

* Native to Yunnan in southwest China and adjoining border areas in southeastern Tibet , far northeastern India , northern Myanmar , and far northwestern Vietnam . * It is a high altitude mountain tree, growing at altitudes of 3,000-4,000 meters, often...

* Fraser Fir has been used more times as the Blue Room Christmas tree (the official Christmas tree of the President of the United States's White House) than any other type of tree.

* A decidious Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). It is in flower in August, and the seeds ripen in October. * They are popularly grown in gardens and parks.

* A variable evergreen of upright, rounded habit, with 1/2" white flowers in small clusters; 1" green or red berries; likes moist soil, part shade; emerging leaves bronzy to reddish, later leathery, dark green; leaves to 4" x 1 1/2", turning bronzy-red...

* Spiraea tomentosa , commonly known as the Steeplebush , is a plant similar in characteristic to the Hardhack ( S. * A vigorous plant, spreading by subterranean suckers and forming thickets.

* The original Cook strain of Balsam Fir was selected due to the blue tinge of the needles. * It is more heat tolerant than the species. * The seeds from these improved selections will be more true to type due to continued selection for blue color and...

* Pinus glabra differs markedly from most other pines in that it does not occur in largely pure pine forests, but is typically found as scattered trees in moist woodland habitats in mixed hardwood forest.

* A decidious Tree growing to 18m. * A species of alder with a wide range across the cooler parts of the Northern Hemisphere .

* Native to Yunnan in southwest China and adjoining border areas in southeastern Tibet , far northeastern India , northern Myanmar , and far northwestern Vietnam . * It is a high altitude mountain tree, growing at altitudes of 3,000-4,000 meters, often...

It grows to about a meter tall (when in flower) and has bright red flowers. * A very ornamental plant. * Grown for its beautiful red flowers in mid summer. * Lobelia cardinalis ( Cardinal Flower ) is a species of Lobelia native to the Americas , from...

It is a large suckering shrub that can be grown as a small tree. * For the brightest winter bark, young shoots are encouraged by cutting to the ground some older stems at the end of the winter, before leaves are open.

* Useful for wet spots in West Coast gardens. * A decidious Tree growing to 12 m at a fast rate. Conservation Plant Characteristics Alnus rhombifolia Nutt. * Native to western North America , from Washington east to western Montana and south to California.

The Western Azalea is known to occur as far north as Bandon , Oregon . It is not known to occur east of the Cascade and Sierra Nevada mountain ranges. It is found as far south as the Palomar Mountain area in southern California , with reports that it...

In particular, it is a gentle and effective remedy for irritated states of the mucous membranes of the chest, urinary tubules, stomach and intestines. The leaves are 10–18 cm long and have a rough texture, coarsely double-serrate margin and an oblique...

* An oil similar to Wintergreen oil (obtained from Gaultheria procumbens) is obtained from the inner bark. This has a relaxing effect on the muscles. * Silver Birch is Finland's national tree.

* They have dark green leaves and are recommended for wet soils. Conservation Plant Characteristics Alnus glutinosa (L.) Gaertn. * Tolerant of clipping and maritime exposure, the alder can be grown in a windbreak or a hedge.

This herb is not prescribed for children, and should not be used for more than 3 weeks at one time. This plant is a very commonly used folk treatment in China and Russia where it is used as a ginseng substitute.

* Trees are late coming into leaf (usually late May to June) and lose their leaves early in the autumn (usually in October). * Nutmeg Hickory ( Carya myristiciformis ) of the Juglandaceae or Walnut family, also called swamp hickory or bitter water hickory,...

* The stalks can be eaten like celery and the flavor is similar. * Plants are reliably perennial if they are prevented from setting seed. * In Europe it was believed that the plant could cure alcoholism .

The wood works well and is suitable for interior uses such as cabinets, but trees with large straight trunks are not sufficiently common to make the tree of commercial interest. The leaves are arranged alternately and emit a spicy smell when crushed.

* Butternut grows quickly, but is rather short-lived for a tree, rarely living longer than 75 years. Oily and sweet tasting with a rich agreeable flavour. * The seed is eaten raw or ground into a powder and used with cereal flours in making cakes, biscuits,...

* An oil similar to Wintergreen oil (obtained from Gaultheria procumbens) is obtained from the inner bark. This has a relaxing effect on the muscles. * Silver Birch is Finland's national tree.

A good black dye is obtained from the root if it is mixed with iron sulphate. The root is a source of tannin and has been used in making ink. * Iris pseudacorus is a species of Iris , native to Europe , western Asia and northwest Africa .