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Top 20 Most Common Plants in Bie

In Bie, you can find Round-leafed navel-wort, Jimsonweed, Silver inch plant, Castor bean, False christmas cactus, and more! There are 20 types of plants in total. Be sure to look out for these common plants when you’re walking on the streets, in parks, or public gardens.

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Round-leafed navel-wort
1. Round-leafed navel-wort
Round-leafed navel-wort (Cotyledon orbiculata) is a plant species native to South Africa. Round-leafed navel-wort is considered a highly variable species in its outward presentation. This species grows in grasslands, fynbos and karoo regions.
Jimsonweed
2. Jimsonweed
Jimsonweed (Datura stramonium) is a species of nightshade plant native to Central America which is considered an invasive species in more temperate climates. It can be toxic if ingested in significant quantities. It has a distinctive, strong smell. The jimsonweed gets its common name from Jamestown, Virginia, where soldiers ingested the plants exhibited altered mental states afterward.
Silver inch plant
3. Silver inch plant
The silver inch plant is a popular trailing plant known for its attractive foliage with zebra-like stripes of green, silver, and purple. Tradescantia zebrina is very easy to care for and can be hung or placed indoors. The plant grows fast; the creeping stems bear roots along the way, making it suitable as ground cover.
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Castor bean
4. Castor bean
The castor bean is important for its oil which is used as a lubricant, biodiesel ingredient, and rodent repellent, among other applications. The plants are now commercially planted globally, with India producing nearly 75% of the world's castor oil. Castor beans cannot be eaten because they contain a potent poison that's released if the seed is broken.
False christmas cactus
5. False christmas cactus
False christmas cactus gets its name from its flowering season; producing red purple pink or white flowers from fall to winter. Native to a small coastal strip on the east of Brazil this cactus prefers the shade and humidity of jungle conditions. In the wild hummingbirds pollinate the flowers.
Common nipplewort
6. Common nipplewort
Common nipplewort (Lapsana communis) is a flowering plant related to sunflowers. Common nipplewort grows throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. Common nipplewort is edible and can be cooked like spinach. The name common nipplewort comes from the plant's flower buds, which resemble this part of the anatomy.
Song of india
7. Song of india
The song of india has distinctive leaves that stay green year-round. The plant's unique appearance and low-maintenance nature make it popular as a houseplant. The song of india is native to Indian Ocean islands including Madagascar, though not, oddly, to India itself.
Cardboard palm
8. Cardboard palm
Cardboard palm (Zamia furfuracea) is a tropical shrub that is not a true palm, but a cycad. Cardboard palm is an ancient plant that lived during the age of the dinosaur. It is often planted as a houseplant and needs moderate to bright light. The entire plant is poisonous, but the seeds are deadly and should be kept away from pets.
Joseph's coat
9. Joseph's coat
Joseph's coat (Alternanthera ficoidea) is a plant species native to Mexico and Argentina. Joseph's coat is also called Joseph's coat. This species is commonly grown as a houseplant or annual ground cover.
Flame violet
10. Flame violet
A flame violet (Episcia cupreata) plant is widely cultivated and desired for its cheerful-looking flowers and variegated green and coppery leaves. The genus name, Episcia, comes from the Greek word that means ‘shaded’; referring to its usual habitat. This plant crawls and trails and is ideal for a hanging basket, container, and ground cover.
Mother of thousands
11. Mother of thousands
The mother of thousands is a succulent plant native to Madagascar. Its unusually-shaped leaves have granted it other monikers like "alligator plant" and "devil's backbone." It reproduces via the "plantlets" that grow along the periphery of its leaves. Though enjoyed for its decorative value, mother of thousands can be invasive in arid environments.
Sisal
12. Sisal
Sisal (Agave sisalana) is a succulent plant whose yellow flowers bloom along a stalk rising up to 9 m tall and have an unpleasant scent. The flowers, stalk, basal rosette and sap of this plant are edible. Plant in full sun outdoors or place in a bright, sunny location indoors.
Peace lily
13. Peace lily
The peace lily gets its scientific name Spathiphyllum wallisii from a combination of the two Greek words ‘spath’ and ‘phyl’, which means spoon and leaves, respectively. The large graceful white spathe of the peace lily resembles a white flag, which is an international symbol of truce or peace.
Cape gooseberry
14. Cape gooseberry
Cape gooseberry (Physalis peruviana) is a perennial shrub species native to South America. This species has been cultivated by humans for a very long time, and can be traced to the Incan civilization. Cape gooseberry grows optimally in fertile, slightly acidic soil in full sun.
Rosemary
15. Rosemary
Rosemary is a herb with pale flowers and evergreen leaves. It gives off a distinctive scent and is used in cooking as well as in the making of scented perfumes, soaps, and candles. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean region where evidence of its use by humans dates back at least 7000 years.
Nectarine
16. Nectarine
Nectarine is a self-pollinating deciduous tree that produces large, juicy, and sweet-tasting fruit. With its attractive pink blossoms, it's a valuable ornamental tree in gardens. Nectarines have a history that dates back to ancient Persia, and this variety has been cultivated since the 19th century.
Royal poinciana
17. Royal poinciana
Royal poinciana (Delonix regia) is also known as the “peacock tree” or the “flamboyant tree.” It’s a Madagascar native and is known for its brilliant crimson or red-yellow flowers. It grows exceedingly fast, reaching its maximum height of around 12 m in a short amount of time.
African violet
18. African violet
As its name indicates, the african violet originated in the coastal region of Tanzania, Africa. It is a well-loved plant in many households, and its compact shape and beautiful blue, pink, purple or white flowers add cheer to any room. The african violet is known to bloom nearly year-round but can be sensitive to cold, so keep at 55 degrees or above.
Golden dewdrops
19. Golden dewdrops
Golden dewdrops (Duranta erecta) is an ornamental sprawling shrub commonly found in subtropical and tropical gardens all over the world. Its gentle purple blossoms are often visited by butterflies and hummingbirds. Golden dewdrops is considered a weed in Australia, South Africa and certain parts of East Asia.
Rose geranium
20. Rose geranium
The rose geranium (*Pelargonium graveolens*) is a shrub native to some nations in South Africa. The plant is desirable to many for its decorative purposes - attractive white to pink flower clusters and fruits that resemble that of a stork’s long beak. The plant leaves produce economically valuable rose-smelling essential oil for the perfume industry.
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