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Agave amica, formerly Polianthes tuberosa, the tuberose, is a perennial plant in the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Agavoideae, extracts of which are used as a note in perfumery. Now widely grown as an ornamental plant , the species is native to Mexico.
Language of flowers – cryptological communication through the use or arrangement of flowers; Hanakotoba, also known as 花言葉 – Japanese form of the language of flowers; List of national flowers – flowers that represent specific geographic areas
Agave (/ ə ˈ ɡ ɑː v i /; also UK: / ə ˈ ɡ eɪ v i /; [3] Anglo-Hispanic, also US: / ə ˈ ɡ ɑː v eɪ /) [4] is a genus of monocots native to the arid regions of the Americas.The genus is primarily known for its succulent and xerophytic species that typically form large rosettes of strong, fleshy leaves.
In Greek mythology, Agave (/ ə ˈ ɡ eɪ v iː /; Ancient Greek: Ἀγαύη, romanized: Agaúē, lit. 'illustrious, noble' or 'high-born') [ 1 ] may refer to the following characters: [ 2 ] Agave or Agaue [ 3 ] one of the 50 Nereids , sea- nymph daughter of the ' Old Man of the Sea ' Nereus and the Oceanid Doris .
The cultivation of agave could mean a new opportunity for San Joaquin Valley growers to continue farming more of their land while using less water, and in an increasingly hotter, drier climate.
Agave amica, formerly Polianthes tuberosa. Polianthes / ˌ p ɒ l i ˈ æ n θ iː z / [1] is a formerly recognized genus of plants in family Asparagaceae, subfamily Agavoideae. [2] molecular phylogenetic studies showed that Polianthes is embedded within the larger genus Agave, which has been expanded to include it.
The lotus is a central symbol in many Eastern cultures, which consider it to be one of the most sacred plants in the world. Lotus flowers feature in the oldest Egyptian hieroglyphics, antique ...
Lotus flower. The sacred lotus flower is an aquatic perennial plant that typically blooms vibrant petals of pink and white shades. It is one of the most beautiful plants to look at, but the lotus ...