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People all over the world grow almond trees for their delicious culinary seeds. These are species of small trees under the genus Prunus. Almonds along with peaches, are classified under the subgenus Amygdalus. The corrugations on the outer shell (endocarp) that surround the seeds distinguish this subgenus from other subgenera. Almond fruit is a “drupe.” …
Echeveria is a huge genus of flowering plants that belong to the Crassulaceae family. These plants are indigenous to semi-desert regions in Mexico, Central America, and the northwestern part of South America. As succulents gain widespread popularity, many gardeners are exploring echeveria plants. These stylish plants create balanced rosette patterns with thick, juicy leaves that …
Peacock plants (Calathea makoyana) are also known as cathedral windows. They belong to the genus Goeppertia in the Marantaceae family and are native to eastern Brazil’s Espírito Santo state. With time, they naturally spread across South America. Royal Horticultural Society honored these species with its prestigious Garden Merit award. In fact, peacock plants are tropical …
Aphids are small, soft-bodied, sap-sucking insects. They have various names including plant lice, blackfly, and greenfly. These pests belong to the superfamily Aphidoidea. The scientific world has discovered about 4,000 species of aphids globally. Individuals of the same species can have various colors. Generally, Aphids prey on a wide range of plants. However, some species …
Powdery mildew is a fungal plant disease, common among a wide range of plant species. Many species of ascomycete fungi (Erysiphales order) cause this disease. However, it is easy to identify this disease. Depending on the infecting strain and severity, the infected plants produce a lesser quantity or quality of fruits or flowers. Although no …