Wildlife Species Library

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saltwort

Salsola kali

A resilient survivor of the coastline, prickly saltwort turns harsh salt spray and shifting sands into a home. Known ...

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Sand Dropseed

Sporobolus cryptandrus

A resilient native bunchgrass with striking lead-colored seed heads, Sand Dropseed is a vital provider of food and sh...

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sand sagebrush

Artemisia filifolia

The sand sagebrush is the silver-clad guardian of the dunes, turning shifting sands into a thriving ecosystem. This a...

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Scaly Tree Fern

Sphaeropteris cooperi

A towering icon of the Australian bush, the Scaly Tree Fern brings a lush, prehistoric feel to any landscape. With it...

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Scarlet Sage

Salvia splendens

The undisputed king of the pollinator garden, Scarlet Sage offers a brilliant explosion of red that draws hummingbird...

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sea kale

Crambe maritima

A hardy survivor of the shoreline, Sea Kale transforms barren shingle beaches into lush, blue-grey mounds topped with...

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sea lavender

Tournefortia gnaphalodes

A resilient guardian of the shoreline, sea lavender shimmers with silvery-gray foliage and delicate white blooms. Thi...

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sea oats

Uniola paniculata

The iconic sentinel of the shoreline, sea oats are much more than just a pretty beach grass. These hardy plants are t...

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Sea Stock

Matthiola sinuata

A hardy jewel of the shoreline, the Sea Stock thrives where few others can. With its felted silver leaves and intoxic...

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seashore paspalum

Paspalum vaginatum

The ultimate coastal survivor, seashore paspalum is a salt-loving grass that turns harsh, brackish shorelines into lu...

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Sheep's Fescue

Festuca ovina

A resilient, fine-textured bunchgrass that transforms dry landscapes into shimmering blue-green meadows. Sheep's Fesc...

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Shoreline Sedge

Carex hyalinolepis

A champion of the wetlands, Shoreline Sedge forms lush, bluish-green carpets that transform simple shorelines into th...

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Shortleaf Spikesedge

Cyperus brevifolius

A resilient inhabitant of damp soil, the Shortleaf Spikesedge brings a vibrant splash of lime-green to the often-over...

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Showy Skullcap

Scutellaria serrata

A crown jewel of the spring forest, the Showy Skullcap enchants with its pairs of vivid blue, hooded blossoms. Found ...

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Shrimp plant

Justicia brandegeeana

Named for its striking resemblance to a swimming crustacean, the Shrimp plant is a tropical wonder. Its vibrant red b...

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Shrubby Glasswort

Tecticornia arbuscula

The Shrubby Glasswort is a master of the salt marsh, turning harsh, saline mudflats into a thriving succulent forest....

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Sideoats Grama

Bouteloua curtipendula

The crown jewel of the shortgrass prairie, Sideoats Grama features delicate, oat-like seeds that dangle elegantly fro...

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Silver Sage

Salvia argentea

With its shimmering, velvet-soft leaves and architectural flower spikes, Silver Sage is the Mediterranean's most tact...

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Silver Sagebrush

Artemisia cana

A resilient icon of the American West, the Silver Sagebrush is more than just a plant; it is a shimmering sanctuary f...

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Singapore graveyard flower

Plumeria obtusa

With its iconic waxy blooms and heavenly scent, the Singapore graveyard flower is the crown jewel of the tropical bac...

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Slender Path Rush

Juncus tenuis

The unsung hero of the garden path, Slender Path Rush turns compacted soil into a vibrant green corridor. It is a mas...

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slender tree fern

Cyathea cunninghamii

The slender tree fern is the elegant minimalist of the forest, boasting a towering, pencil-thin trunk topped with a c...

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slender tufted-sedge

Carex acuta

An elegant, moisture-loving perennial that forms iconic green mounds along the water's edge. Slender tufted-sedge is ...

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Slender wheatgrass

Elymus ciliaris

A resilient East Asian bunchgrass known for its graceful, fringed seed heads and its ability to provide essential she...

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Slim-stem Small-reedgrass

Calamagrostis stricta

A slender, vertical masterpiece of the wetlands, Slim-stem Small-reedgrass adds grace and movement to any damp corner...

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slough sedge

Carex obnupta

A robust, evergreen anchor for the Pacific coast's wet spaces, Slough sedge offers year-round beauty and a vital sanc...

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Small-fruited Prickly-sedge

Carex pairae

A hardy, tufted perennial that brings a touch of wild elegance to dry garden spots. Its prickly, star-shaped seed hea...

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small-leaf bramble

Rubus parvifolius

A hardy and beautiful native raspberry, the small-leaf bramble offers a stunning display of pink flowers and ruby-red...

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Small-leaved Lilly Pilly

Syzygium luehmannii

A stunning Australian native famous for its vibrant pink new growth and edible red 'riberries.' This lush rainforest ...

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Smallflower Sagebush

Syncolostemon parviflorus

A delicate beauty of the Southern African grasslands, the Smallflower Sagebush transforms rocky slopes into a sea of ...

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smooth black sedge

Carex nigra

A striking wetland staple known for its coal-colored spikes and hardy nature. The smooth black sedge is a cornerstone...

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Smooth Brome

Bromus inermis

A hardy and persistent perennial, Smooth Brome is easily identified by a unique 'W' mark on its leaves. While beautif...

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smooth crabgrass

Digitaria ischaemum

A resilient specialist of the sunny lawn, smooth crabgrass is a master of low-profile survival. Easily identified by ...

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Smooth Meadow-grass

Poa pratensis

Often called the king of lawn grasses, Smooth Meadow-grass is a hardy perennial that forms the lush, emerald carpet o...

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Smooth Pigweed

Amaranthus hybridus

A towering summer annual, Smooth Pigweed is a resilient pioneer that turns disturbed soil into a bustling wildlife bu...

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smooth sumac

Rhus glabra

A champion of the autumn landscape, the smooth sumac offers more than just brilliant red foliage; it is a vital winte...