Tag: Botany
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Common Name Confusion
by Xylem Rising
I predominately use the scientific names for plants. Why? It’s not to sound smart (although it does help). I use them because for one, they are the plants’ names, and two, to avoid confusion. Common names are thrown around so loosey goosey and are often used to describe totally different plants. Relying on common names alone is tricky and will lead to one person talking about … Read More Common Name Confusion
Oh, Monstera adansonii, Where Art Thou?
by Xylem Rising
Finally in my green thumbs, that’s where! This plant is grossly misnamed as Monstera obliqua, which you will find it identified as all over the web and in boutique plant stores. Check out this informative post by Muggle Plants – “Monstera obliqua vs. Monstera adansonii” that explains the rich history of this provocative plant. It’s a cross between the popular “Swiss Cheese Plant” (Monstera deliciosa), … Read More Oh, Monstera adansonii, Where Art Thou?
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